Windsor (village), New York facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Windsor, New York
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| Incorporated Village of Windsor | |
Map highlighting Windsor's location within Broome County.
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 Windsor, New York
Location in New York
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New York |
| County | Broome |
| Town | Windsor |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.17 sq mi (3.02 km2) |
| • Land | 1.10 sq mi (2.85 km2) |
| • Water | 0.07 sq mi (0.17 km2) |
| Elevation | 951 ft (290 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 907 |
| • Density | 825.30/sq mi (318.53/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
13865
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| Area code(s) | 607 |
| FIPS code | 36-82524 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0971474 |
Windsor is a small village in Broome County, New York, in the United States. In 2010, about 916 people lived there. It is part of the larger Binghamton area.
The village of Windsor is the main community within the wider Town of Windsor. You can find it east of Binghamton.
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History of Windsor Village
Early Native American Settlement
Long ago, Windsor was home to Onaquaga, a village of the Seneca people. In October 1778, during something called Sullivan's Expedition, the Continental Army destroyed Onaquaga. They also destroyed about 40 other villages during this time.
Founding and Growth
The modern village of Windsor started in 1830. It grew as a place for business and quickly became more important than Ouaquaga, a nearby settlement. Windsor officially became an incorporated village in 1896.
Historic Places in Windsor
Several buildings and areas in Windsor are important for their history. The Windsor Village Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1980. This means it's a special place recognized for its historical value. The Jedediah Hotchkiss House was also listed in 1982.
Geography of Windsor
Size and Location
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village covers about 3 square kilometers (1.17 square miles). Most of this area is land, about 2.8 square kilometers (1.10 square miles). A small part, about 0.2 square kilometers (0.07 square miles), is water.
Rivers and Roads
Windsor is located on the west bank of the Susquehanna River. Important roads like Interstate 86 and New York State Route 17 pass through or near the village. New York State Route 79 also meets these roads in Windsor.
People of Windsor
Population Changes Over Time
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 524 | — | |
| 1900 | 739 | 41.0% | |
| 1910 | 637 | −13.8% | |
| 1920 | 598 | −6.1% | |
| 1930 | 661 | 10.5% | |
| 1940 | 766 | 15.9% | |
| 1950 | 822 | 7.3% | |
| 1960 | 1,026 | 24.8% | |
| 1970 | 1,098 | 7.0% | |
| 1980 | 1,155 | 5.2% | |
| 1990 | 1,051 | −9.0% | |
| 2000 | 901 | −14.3% | |
| 2010 | 916 | 1.7% | |
| 2020 | 907 | −1.0% | |
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The population of Windsor has changed over the years. In 2000, there were 901 people living in the village. By 2010, the population had slightly increased to 916. The most recent count in 2020 showed 907 residents.
Who Lives in Windsor?
In 2000, there were 369 households in Windsor. About 32.8% of these households had children under 18 living with them. Many families were married couples living together.
The average household had about 2.44 people. The average family had about 3.01 people.
Age and Income
The median age in the village in 2000 was 39 years old. This means half the people were younger than 39 and half were older.
The median income for a household was $37,500. For families, the median income was $46,563. A small percentage of families and people lived below the poverty line.
Notable People from Windsor
- Jason Houghtaling: A coach for the Tennessee Titans football team.
- Joseph H. Brownell: A person who served as a member of the New York State Assembly.
- Giles W. Hotchkiss (1815-1878): A US congressman.
Images for kids
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Map highlighting Windsor's location within Broome County.
See also
In Spanish: Windsor (villa) para niños
