Worcester, New York facts for kids
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Worcester
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 Worcester
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Otsego |
| Area | |
| • Total | 46.87 sq mi (121.40 km2) |
| • Land | 46.71 sq mi (120.98 km2) |
| • Water | 0.16 sq mi (0.42 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,260 ft (689 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,220 |
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2,117 |
| • Density | 45.32/sq mi (17.50/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
12197
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| Area code(s) | 607 |
| FIPS code | 36-83129 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0979656 |
| Website | Early map and brief history of Worcester |
Worcester is a town located in Otsego County, New York, in the United States. About 2,220 people lived here in 2010. It's found on the southeastern edge of Otsego County, northeast of the city of Oneonta. The local school district, Worcester Central School, teaches around 369 students from kindergarten to 12th grade.
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History of Worcester
People first started settling near Schenevus Creek around 1788. The town of Worcester was officially created in 1797. It was formed from a part of the town of Cherry Valley. Later, in 1808, other towns like Decatur, Maryland, and Westford were created from parts of Worcester.
Geography and Nature
Worcester covers about 46.9 square miles (121.4 square kilometers) in total. Most of this area, about 46.7 square miles (120.98 square kilometers), is land. Only a small part, about 0.2 square miles (0.42 square kilometers), is water.
Interstate 88 runs through the middle of the town. It follows the same path as New York State Route 7. Both highways follow Schenevus Creek as it flows through Worcester. The southern border of the town touches Delaware and Schoharie counties. The highest point in Otsego County is located near the eastern edge of Worcester, just east of East Worcester.
The East Worcester Fish and Game Club is in the East Worcester-Decatur area. Locals often call it "The Lake." This spot is home to many different kinds of fish that live in the area, making it a popular place for fishing. The club also hosts fun events like fishing competitions, cookouts, clam bakes, and dances.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1820 | 1,958 | — | |
| 1830 | 2,093 | 6.9% | |
| 1840 | 2,390 | 14.2% | |
| 1850 | 2,047 | −14.4% | |
| 1860 | 2,154 | 5.2% | |
| 1870 | 2,327 | 8.0% | |
| 1880 | 2,513 | 8.0% | |
| 1890 | 2,741 | 9.1% | |
| 1900 | 2,409 | −12.1% | |
| 1910 | 2,185 | −9.3% | |
| 1920 | 2,136 | −2.2% | |
| 1930 | 1,946 | −8.9% | |
| 1940 | 2,038 | 4.7% | |
| 1950 | 2,098 | 2.9% | |
| 1960 | 1,946 | −7.2% | |
| 1970 | 1,925 | −1.1% | |
| 1980 | 1,993 | 3.5% | |
| 1990 | 2,070 | 3.9% | |
| 2000 | 2,207 | 6.6% | |
| 2010 | 2,220 | 0.6% | |
| 2016 (est.) | 2,117 | −4.6% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In 2000, there were 2,207 people living in Worcester. These people made up 911 households and 600 families. The town had about 47 people per square mile.
Most of the people in Worcester were White (97.46%). A small number were African American (0.59%), Native American (0.50%), or Asian (0.23%). About 1% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Out of all the households, 29.2% had children under 18 living with them. About 52.7% were married couples. The average household had 2.41 people, and the average family had 2.94 people.
The population's age was spread out. About 24.9% were under 18 years old. The median age was 41 years. This means half the people were younger than 41, and half were older.
Places in Worcester
Here are some of the smaller communities and important spots you can find in the town of Worcester:
- Barton Corners – A small community near the southern town line, northeast of South Worcester.
- Brighton – A location east of the main Worcester community.
- Calcutta – A location north of East Worcester, along County Route 38.
- Caryl Lake – A small lake on a hill northeast of the main Worcester community. It used to be a water supply and is named after an early settler, Isaac Caryl.
- East Worcester – A community in the eastern part of Worcester, located on NY-7.
- Hudson Lake – A small lake south of Schenevus Creek.
- Lutheranville Hill – This is the highest point in Otsego County. It's east of East Worcester, between Brooker Hollow Road and the county line.
- Pine Hill – A high point located northeast of South Worcester.
- Pine Mountain – Another high point in the northeastern corner of Worcester.
- South Hill – A high point in the west-central part of Worcester.
- South Worcester – A community at the southern town line, on County Route 39 and Charlotte Creek. The historic area here, called the South Worcester Historic District, was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1992.
- Strain Mountain – A high point in the southern part of the town, northeast of South Worcester.
- Stone Quarry Hill – A high point located northwest of East Worcester.
- Tuscan – A location west of the main Worcester community.
- Worcester – This is the main community or hamlet in the town. It's located on NY-7 and Schenevus Creek in the western part of the town. The Worcester Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1975.
- Snob's Knob – A section of town that is known for being wealthy.
Notable People from Worcester
- Mary Gage Day (1857–1935) – A doctor and writer on medical topics.
See also
In Spanish: Worcester (Nueva York) para niños
