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|official_name = Cayuta, New York
|official_name = Cayuta, New York
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|subdivision_name2 = [[Schuyler County, New York|Schuyler]]
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|government_type = [[Town Council]]
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|leader_title = Town Supervisor
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|leader_name = Brandon Thecky
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|leader_title1 = Town Highway Supervisor
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|leader_name1 = Tom Beach
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|leader_name2 = Karyn Roorda
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|established_date = Est. 1824


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|population_as_of = [[2010 United States Census|2010]]
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|population_total = 508
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'''Cayuta''' is a [[Administrative divisions of New York#Town|town]] in [[Schuyler County, New York|Schuyler County]], [[New York (state)|New York]], United States. The population was 508 at the 2020 census.
'''Cayuta''' is a town in [[Schuyler County, New York|Schuyler County]], [[New York (state)|New York]], United States. As of the 2020 census, the population was 508.


The '''Town of Cayuta''' occupies the southeastern corner of the county and is miles northeast of Elmira
The ''' Town of Cayuta''' occupies the southeastern corner of the county and is northeast of Elmira. It is part of the [[Elmira, New York|Elmira]] [[Metropolitan Statistical Area]].


== History ==
== History ==
{{unref section|date=July 2021}}
{{unreferenced section|date=July 2021}}


The first pioneers arrived ''circa'' 1798 near the community of Cayuta.
The first pioneers arrived ''circa'' 1798 near the community of Cayuta.
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==Geography==
==Geography==
According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the town has a total area of {{convert|20.3|sqmi|km2}}, all land.
According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the town has a total area of {{convert|20.3|sqmi|km2}}, all land.


The western, southern and eastern town lines border [[Chemung County, New York|Chemung County]], and the northern town line borders primarily [[Tompkins County, New York|Tompkins County]].
The western, southern and eastern town lines border [[Chemung County, New York|Chemung County]], and the northern town line borders primarily [[Tompkins County, New York|Tompkins County]].
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|footnote=U.S. Decennial Census<ref name="DecennialCensus">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/decennial-census.html|title=Census of Population and Housing|publisher=Census.gov|accessdate=June 4, 2015}}</ref>
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As of the [[census]]<ref name="GR2">{{cite web |url=https://www.census.gov |publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]] |accessdate=2008-01-31 |title=U.S. Census website }}</ref> of 2000, there were 545 people, 212 households, and 161 families residing in the town. The [[population density]] was 26.8 people per square mile (10.4/km<sup>2</sup>). There were 233 housing units at an average density of 11.5 per square mile (4.4/km<sup>2</sup>). The racial makeup of the town was 96.15% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 1.10% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 0.37% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], 0.55% from [[Race (United States Census)|other races]], and 1.83% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 1.47% of the population.
As of the [[census]]<ref name="GR2">{{cite web |url=https://www.census.gov |publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]] |accessdate=January 31, 2008 |title=U.S. Census website }}</ref> of 2000, there were 545 people, 212 households, and 161 families residing in the town. The population density was {{convert|26.8|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. There were 233 housing units at an average density of {{convert|11.5|/sqmi|/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. The racial makeup of the town was 96.15% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 1.10% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 0.37% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], 0.55% from [[Race (United States Census)|other races]], and 1.83% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 1.47% of the population.


There were 212 households, out of which 30.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.2% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 9.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.6% were non-families. 17.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 2.90.
There were 212 households, out of which 30.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.2% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 9.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.6% were non-families. 17.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 2.90.
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The median income for a household in the town was $32,768, and the median income for a family was $35,313. Males had a median income of $27,857 versus $21,250 for females. The [[per capita income]] for the town was $18,419. About 3.9% of families and 6.2% of the population were below the [[poverty line]], including 7.4% of those under age 18 and 9.1% of those age 65 or over.
The median income for a household in the town was $32,768, and the median income for a family was $35,313. Males had a median income of $27,857 versus $21,250 for females. The [[per capita income]] for the town was $18,419. About 3.9% of families and 6.2% of the population were below the [[poverty line]], including 7.4% of those under age 18 and 9.1% of those age 65 or over.


==Notable person==
==Notable people==
*[[William T. Lawrence (politician)|William T. Lawrence]], US Congressman
*[[William T. Lawrence (politician)|William T. Lawrence]], former US Congressman


== Communities and locations in Cayuta ==
== Communities and locations in the Town of Cayuta ==
*'''Alpine Junction''' &ndash; A hamlet near the northern town line on NY-13 and NY-224.
*'''Alpine Junction''' &ndash; A hamlet near the northern town line on NY-13 and NY-224.
*'''Cayuta''' &ndash; The [[hamlet (place)|hamlet]] of Cayuta is in the northwestern part of the town on NY-224. It was the first place settled in the town. Cayuta is a short distance from the border of [[Tompkins County, New York|Tompkins County]].
*'''Cayuta''' &ndash; The [[hamlet (place)|hamlet]] of Cayuta is in the northwestern part of the town on NY-224. It was the first place settled in the town. Cayuta is a short distance from the border of [[Tompkins County, New York|Tompkins County]].


==References==
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==External links==
==External links==
* [http://www.rootsweb.com/~nyschuyl/cayuhist.htm Brief early history of Cayuta]
* [http://www.rootsweb.com/~nyschuyl/cayuhist.htm Brief early history of Cayuta]


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Latest revision as of 23:35, 20 November 2024

Cayuta, New York
Town
Cayuta, New York is located in New York
Cayuta, New York
Cayuta, New York
Location within the state of New York
Coordinates: 42°16′36″N 76°40′8″W / 42.27667°N 76.66889°W / 42.27667; -76.66889
CountryUnited States
StateNew York
CountySchuyler
Town of CayutaEst. 1824
Government
 • TypeTown Council
 • Town SupervisorBrandon Thecky
 • Town Highway SupervisorTom Beach
 • Town ClerkKaryn Roorda
Area
[1]
 • Total
20.32 sq mi (52.63 km2)
 • Land20.32 sq mi (52.63 km2)
 • Water0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
1,086 ft (331 m)
Population
 (2020)[2]
 • Total
508
 • Density25.0/sq mi (9.7/km2)
Time zoneUTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST)UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
14824
Area code607
FIPS code36-13112
GNIS feature ID0978805

Cayuta is a town in Schuyler County, New York, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population was 508.

The Town of Cayuta occupies the southeastern corner of the county and is northeast of Elmira. It is part of the Elmira Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History

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The first pioneers arrived circa 1798 near the community of Cayuta.

The town was created from part of the Town of Spencer (Tioga County) in 1824, before the formation of Schuyler County. The size was increased in 1854 by the addition of parts of two other towns: Catharine and Erin (then both in Chemung County). In the same year, Schuyler County was created, and Cayuta was included in the new county.

Geography

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According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 20.3 square miles (53 km2), all land.

The western, southern and eastern town lines border Chemung County, and the northern town line borders primarily Tompkins County.

Cayuta Creek is an important stream in the town, flowing southeast toward the Susquehanna River.

Demographics

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Historical population
CensusPop.Note%±
18201,889—
1830642−66.0%
184083530.1%
18501,03524.0%
1860708−31.6%
1870641−9.5%
1880601−6.2%
1890560−6.8%
1900459−18.0%
1910345−24.8%
1920282−18.3%
1930258−8.5%
194031120.5%
195045947.6%
196053817.2%
19705573.5%
19805661.6%
19905995.8%
2000545−9.0%
20105562.0%
2020508−8.6%
U.S. Decennial Census[3]

As of the census[4] of 2000, there were 545 people, 212 households, and 161 families residing in the town. The population density was 26.8 inhabitants per square mile (10.3/km2). There were 233 housing units at an average density of 11.5 per square mile (4.4/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 96.15% White, 1.10% African American, 0.37% Native American, 0.55% from other races, and 1.83% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.47% of the population.

There were 212 households, out of which 30.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.2% were married couples living together, 9.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.6% were non-families. 17.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 2.90.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 25.0% under the age of 18, 7.7% from 18 to 24, 26.8% from 25 to 44, 26.6% from 45 to 64, and 13.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 105.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 102.5 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $32,768, and the median income for a family was $35,313. Males had a median income of $27,857 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the town was $18,419. About 3.9% of families and 6.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.4% of those under age 18 and 9.1% of those age 65 or over.

Notable people

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Communities and locations in the Town of Cayuta

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  • Alpine Junction – A hamlet near the northern town line on NY-13 and NY-224.
  • Cayuta – The hamlet of Cayuta is in the northwestern part of the town on NY-224. It was the first place settled in the town. Cayuta is a short distance from the border of Tompkins County.

References

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  1. ^ "2020 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved August 14, 2024.
  2. ^ "DP1: PROFILE OF GENERAL POPULATION AND HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved August 14, 2024.
  3. ^ "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
  4. ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
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42°16′54″N 76°41′49″W / 42.28167°N 76.69694°W / 42.28167; -76.69694

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