Willing, New York facts for kids
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Willing, New York
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 Willing, New York
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Allegany |
| Government | |
| • Type | Town Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 36.27 sq mi (93.94 km2) |
| • Land | 36.24 sq mi (93.86 km2) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.08 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,995 ft (608 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 1,295  |
| • Estimate
(2021)
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1,280 |
| • Density | 32.64/sq mi (12.60/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| FIPS code | 36-003-82095 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0979642 |
Willing is a small town in Allegany County, New York, United States. It is located on the southern border of the county. The village of Wellsville is just north of Willing. In 2020, about 1,295 people lived in the town.
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History of Willing
The area that would become the town of Willing was first settled around 1819. The town itself was officially formed in 1852. It was created from parts of two other towns: Independence and Scio.
In 1875, the population of Willing was 1,713 people. In the fall of 1884, a powerful tornado hit the town. It caused a lot of damage and sadly, some people lost their lives.
Geography of Willing
Willing covers a total area of about 93.9 square kilometers (about 36.27 square miles). Most of this area is land, with only a very small part (about 0.08 square kilometers) being water.
The Genesee River flows through the town, heading north. The southern border of Willing is also the border of Pennsylvania, specifically Potter County.
Several important roads pass through Willing:
- New York State Route 19 is a main highway that runs north and south.
- New York State Route 248 is a main highway that runs east and west.
- New York State Route 248A, also known as Cryder Creek Road, goes through the southeast part of the town.
People of Willing
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 1,238 | — | |
| 1870 | 1,199 | −3.2% | |
| 1880 | 1,267 | 5.7% | |
| 1890 | 1,206 | −4.8% | |
| 1900 | 1,246 | 3.3% | |
| 1910 | 993 | −20.3% | |
| 1920 | 755 | −24.0% | |
| 1930 | 820 | 8.6% | |
| 1940 | 836 | 2.0% | |
| 1950 | 1,089 | 30.3% | |
| 1960 | 1,208 | 10.9% | |
| 1970 | 1,296 | 7.3% | |
| 1980 | 1,451 | 12.0% | |
| 1990 | 1,428 | −1.6% | |
| 2000 | 1,371 | −4.0% | |
| 2010 | 1,228 | −10.4% | |
| 2020 | 1,295 | 5.5% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 1,280 | 4.2% | |
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The population of Willing has changed over the years. In 1860, there were 1,238 people. The population reached its highest point in 1980 with 1,451 residents. By 2020, the population was 1,295.
According to the census from 2000, there were 1,371 people living in Willing. Most of the people (about 98%) were White. A small number of people were African American, Native American, or Asian. Some people were from other races or from two or more races. About 0.66% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Willing in 2000 was 42 years old. About 24.8% of the population was under 18 years old.
Communities and Locations in Willing
The Town of Willing includes several smaller communities and specific locations:
- Hallsport – This is a small settlement, also called a hamlet. It is located on Route 248, near Chenunda Creek, in the northeast part of the town.
- Mapes – You can find this location near County Road 29, close to the western border of the town.
- Paynesville – This location is in the southeast corner of the town, on Route 248A.
- Shongo – This hamlet is on Route 19, near the southern town line and the Genesee River. Its name comes from a Seneca chief.
- Stannards – This hamlet is located right on the northern border of the town.
- Stone Dam – This location is in the southwest corner of the town, on County Road 29.
- York Corners – This hamlet is found where Route 19 and County Road 39 meet, just south of Stannards.
See also
In Spanish: Willing (Nueva York) para niños
