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'''Sheridan''' is a [[Administrative divisions of New York#Town|town]] in [[Chautauqua County, New York|Chautauqua County]], [[New York (state)|New York]], United States. The population was 2,673 at the 2010 census.<ref name="Census 2010">{{cite web| url=http://factfinder2.census.gov/bkmk/table/1.0/en/DEC/10_DP/G001/0600000US3601366916| title=Geographic Identifiers: 2010 Demographic Profile Data (G001): Sheridan town, Chautauqua County, New York| publisher=U.S. Census Bureau, American Factfinder| accessdate=November 7, 2014}}</ref> The town is on the county's northern border, east of [[Dunkirk, New York|Dunkirk]].
'''Sheridan''' is a [[Administrative divisions of New York#Town|town]] in [[Chautauqua County, New York|Chautauqua County]], [[New York (state)|New York]], United States. The population was 2,563 at the 2020 census.<ref name="USCensusEst2020-2021"/> The town is on the county's northern border, east of [[Dunkirk, New York|Dunkirk]].


== History ==
== History ==
{{unreferenced section|date=June 2021}}
The area was first settled around 1804. The town of Sheridan was founded in 1827 from parts of the towns of [[Hanover, New York|Hanover]] and [[Pomfret, New York|Pomfret]].
The area was first settled {{circa|1804}} and town of Sheridan was founded in 1827 from parts of the towns of [[Hanover, New York|Hanover]] and [[Pomfret, New York|Pomfret]].


==Geography==
==Geography==
According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], Sheridan has a total area of {{convert|96.6|km2|disp=flip}}, of which {{convert|96.5|km2|disp=flip}} is land and {{convert|0.1|sqkm|disp=flip|2}}, or 0.14%, is water.<ref name="Census 2010"/>
According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], Sheridan has a total area of {{convert|96.6|km2|disp=flip}}, of which {{convert|96.5|km2|disp=flip}} is land and {{convert|0.1|sqkm|disp=flip|2}}, or 0.14%, is water.<ref name="Census 2010">{{cite web| url=http://factfinder.census.gov/bkmk/table/1.0/en/DEC/10_DP/G001/0600000US3601366916| archive-url=https://archive.today/20200212151825/http://factfinder.census.gov/bkmk/table/1.0/en/DEC/10_DP/G001/0600000US3601366916| url-status=dead| archive-date=February 12, 2020| title=Geographic Identifiers: 2010 Demographic Profile Data (G001): Sheridan town, Chautauqua County, New York| publisher=U.S. Census Bureau, American Factfinder| accessdate=November 7, 2014}}</ref>


The town is on the south shore of [[Lake Erie]].
The town is on the south shore of [[Lake Erie]].


The [[New York State Thruway]] ([[Interstate 90]]) and [[U.S. Route 20 in New York|US 20]] pass across the town.
The [[New York State Thruway]] ([[Interstate 90 in New York|Interstate 90]]) and [[U.S. Route 20 in New York|US 20]] pass across the town.


===Adjacent towns and areas===
===Adjacent towns and areas===
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As of the [[census]]<ref name="GR2">{{cite web|url=http://factfinder2.census.gov|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|accessdate=2008-01-31|title=American FactFinder}}</ref> of 2000, there were 2,838 people, 994 households, and 737 families residing in the town. The [[population density]] was 76.1 people per square mile (29.4/km²). There were 1,079 housing units at an average density of 28.9 per square mile (11.2/km²). The racial makeup of the town was 96.34% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 0.63% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 0.42% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], 0.21% [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], 0.07% [[Pacific Islander (U.S. Census)|Pacific Islander]], 1.02% from [[Race (United States Census)|other races]], and 1.30% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 2.43% 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 2,838 people, 994 households, and 737 families residing in the town. The population density was {{convert|76.1|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. There were 1,079 housing units at an average density of {{convert|28.9|/sqmi|/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. The racial makeup of the town was 96.34% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 0.63% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 0.42% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], 0.21% [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], 0.07% [[Pacific Islander (U.S. Census)|Pacific Islander]], 1.02% from [[Race (United States Census)|other races]], and 1.30% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 2.43% of the population.


There were 994 households out of which 33.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.8% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 8.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.8% were non-families. 21.0% of all households were made up of individuals and 10.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.60 and the average family size was 3.02.
There were 994 households, out of which 33.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.8% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 8.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.8% were non-families. 21.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.60 and the average family size was 3.02.


In the town, the population was spread out with 22.3% under the age of 18, 5.7% from 18 to 24, 24.8% from 25 to 44, 25.3% from 45 to 64, and 21.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 83.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.9 males.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 22.3% under the age of 18, 5.7% from 18 to 24, 24.8% from 25 to 44, 25.3% from 45 to 64, and 21.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 83.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.9 males.


The median income for a household in the town was $40,347, and the median income for a family was $46,250. Males had a median income of $34,052 versus $26,146 for females. The [[per capita income]] for the town was $19,081. About 5.0% of families and 7.1% of the population were below the [[poverty line]], including 8.3% of those under age 18 and 7.7% of those age 65 or over.
The median income for a household in the town was $40,347, and the median income for a family was $46,250. Males had a median income of $34,052 versus $26,146 for females. The [[per capita income]] for the town was $19,081. About 5.0% of families and 7.1% of the population were below the [[poverty line]], including 8.3% of those under age 18 and 7.7% of those age 65 or over.
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==Notable people==
==Notable people==
*[[John Cranston (American football)|John Cranston]], All-American college football player
*[[John Cranston (American football)|John Cranston]], All-American college football player
*[[Daniel A. Reed]], former US congressman and football player
*[[Daniel A. Reed (politician)|Daniel A. Reed]], former US congressman and football player
*[[Cyrus Remington]], Wisconsin State Assemblyman and jurist
*[[Cyrus Remington]], Wisconsin State Assemblyman and jurist


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==External links==
==External links==

* [https://www.sheridanny.org/ Town of Sheridan]
{{Chautauqua County, New York}}
{{Chautauqua County, New York}}


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[[Category:Towns in New York (state)]]
[[Category:Towns in Chautauqua County, New York]]
[[Category:Towns in Chautauqua County, New York]]
[[Category:Towns in New York (state)]]

Latest revision as of 21:35, 5 May 2024

Sheridan, New York
Town
Location within Chautauqua County and New York
Location within Chautauqua County and New York
Sheridan is located in New York
Sheridan
Sheridan
Location within the state of New York
Coordinates: 42°29′3″N 79°14′53″W / 42.48417°N 79.24806°W / 42.48417; -79.24806
CountryUnited States
StateNew York
CountyChautauqua
Government
 • TypeTown Council
 • Town SupervisorJohn Walker II (R)
 • Town Council
Members' List
Area
[1]
 • Total
37.30 sq mi (96.61 km2)
 • Land37.25 sq mi (96.48 km2)
 • Water0.05 sq mi (0.13 km2)
Elevation
761 ft (232 m)
Population
 (2020)[2]
 • Total
2,563
 • Estimate 
(2021)[2]
2,544
 • Density69.07/sq mi (26.67/km2)
Time zoneUTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST)UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
14135
Area code716
FIPS code36-013-66916
GNIS feature ID0979491
Websitehttps://www.sheridanny.org/

Sheridan is a town in Chautauqua County, New York, United States. The population was 2,563 at the 2020 census.[2] The town is on the county's northern border, east of Dunkirk.

History

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The area was first settled c. 1804 and town of Sheridan was founded in 1827 from parts of the towns of Hanover and Pomfret.

Geography

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According to the United States Census Bureau, Sheridan has a total area of 37.3 square miles (96.6 km2), of which 37.3 square miles (96.5 km2) is land and 0.04 square miles (0.1 km2), or 0.14%, is water.[3]

The town is on the south shore of Lake Erie.

The New York State Thruway (Interstate 90) and US 20 pass across the town.

Adjacent towns and areas

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(Clockwise)

Demographics

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Historical population
CensusPop.Note%±
18301,666—
18401,88313.0%
18502,17315.4%
18601,716−21.0%
18701,686−1.7%
18801,551−8.0%
18901,511−2.6%
19001,6338.1%
19101,88815.6%
19201,887−0.1%
19302,0357.8%
19401,826−10.3%
19502,03711.6%
19602,53924.6%
19702,527−0.5%
19802,6595.2%
19902,582−2.9%
20002,8389.9%
20102,673−5.8%
20202,563−4.1%
2021 (est.)2,544[2]−0.7%
U.S. Decennial Census[4]

As of the census[5] of 2000, there were 2,838 people, 994 households, and 737 families residing in the town. The population density was 76.1 inhabitants per square mile (29.4/km2). There were 1,079 housing units at an average density of 28.9 per square mile (11.2/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 96.34% White, 0.63% African American, 0.42% Native American, 0.21% Asian, 0.07% Pacific Islander, 1.02% from other races, and 1.30% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.43% of the population.

There were 994 households, out of which 33.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.8% were married couples living together, 8.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.8% were non-families. 21.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.60 and the average family size was 3.02.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 22.3% under the age of 18, 5.7% from 18 to 24, 24.8% from 25 to 44, 25.3% from 45 to 64, and 21.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 83.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.9 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $40,347, and the median income for a family was $46,250. Males had a median income of $34,052 versus $26,146 for females. The per capita income for the town was $19,081. About 5.0% of families and 7.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.3% of those under age 18 and 7.7% of those age 65 or over.

Education

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Sheridan is split among the following school districts: Silver Creek, Forestville, Dunkirk City Schools, and Fredonia.

Communities and locations in Sheridan

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  • Center Corners – A hamlet on the lake shore, located on Route 5.
  • Chautauqua County/Dunkirk Airport (DKK) – A general aviation airport in the western part of town.
  • Cook Corners – A hamlet southwest of Sheridan village on Route 20.
  • Hawkins Corner – A location east of Sheridan village on Route 84.
  • Sheridan – The hamlet of Sheridan, located on Route 20 south of the New York State Thruway.

Law enforcement, fire, and EMS

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Sheridan is served by an independent volunteer fire department run by a board of fire commissioners. Although Sheridan Fire does not have its own transport ambulance, it contracts with Alstar Ambulance for EMS transport. When Alstar is not available, mutual aid is requested from Fredonia, Silver Creek, or Forestville. Law enforcement is provided by the New York State Police and Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office.

Notable people

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References

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  1. ^ "2016 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved July 4, 2017.
  2. ^ a b c d Bureau, US Census. "City and Town Population Totals: 2020-2021". Census.gov. US Census Bureau. Retrieved July 4, 2022. {{cite web}}: |last1= has generic name (help)
  3. ^ "Geographic Identifiers: 2010 Demographic Profile Data (G001): Sheridan town, Chautauqua County, New York". U.S. Census Bureau, American Factfinder. Archived from the original on February 12, 2020. Retrieved November 7, 2014.
  4. ^ "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
  5. ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
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