Colchester, New York
Colchester: town in the U.
About
Colchester is a town located in the county of Delaware in the U.S. state of New York. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,077 and a population density of 15 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,956 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Colchester
| Population | 1,956 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New York (United States) |
| County | Delaware County |
| Postal code | 13856 |
| Phone Area Codes | 607 |
| Area | 142.18 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.1604,-75.0774 |
| Altitude | 2,388 feet / 728 meters |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 06:55:43 (19th April 2026) |
| Density | 14 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -6.19% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 50℉ Rain Showers Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Colchester is located at 42°9'37"N 75°4'39"W (42.1603600, -75.0773900).
Colchester map
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Weather
Rain showers likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 50. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Colchester decreased by 6.19% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,077 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,076 | -0.05% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,065 | -0.53% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,059 | -0.29% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,047 | -0.59% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,025 | -1.09% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 2,003 | -1.1% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,991 | -0.6% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,976 | -0.76% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,960 | -0.82% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,956 | -0.2% | estimation process |
People born in Colchester (2)
People born in Colchester, including politician James H. Davidson, architect Oliver Perry Dennis, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Colchester, NY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 196024 | SUNY College of Technology at Delhi | Delhi (NY) | 13753-1100 |
| 191533 | Hartwick College | Oneonta (NY) | 13820-4020 |
| 196185 | SUNY Oneonta | Oneonta (NY) | 13820-4015 |
| 194259 | Otsego Area BOCES-Practical Nursing Program | Oneonta (NY) | 13820-1142 |
Nearby Transit Stations (8)
Rail and bus stations connected to Colchester, NY. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| RHI | Rhinecliff–Kingston station | Hutton and Charles Sts. | RAIL |
| SRN | Scranton, PA | 23 Lackawanna Avenue | BUS |
| HUD | Hudson | 69 South Front St. | RAIL |
| UCA | Union Station | 321 Main St. | RAIL |
| POU | Poughkeepsie station | 41 Main St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Colchester.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Walton Post Office | Walton (NY) | 13856 |
| Hamden Post Office | Hamden (NY) | 13782 |
| Downsvill Post Office | Downsville (NY) | 13755 |
| Trout Creek Post Office | Trout Creek (NY) | 13847 |
| Delh Post Office | Delhi (NY) | 13753 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Colchester, Vermont town in Chittenden County, Vermont, United States with a population of 17,102 people.
- Colchester, Connecticut town in the U. with a population of 15,774 people.
- Colchester, Illinois city in McDonough County, Illinois, United States with a population of 1,273 people.
Other cities in Delaware County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Delaware County , NY. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Walton | 5,035 | Village in Delaware County, New York |
| Delhi | 4,745 | City in Delaware County, Iowa |
| Sidney | 3,557 | Town in Delaware County, New York, United States of America |
| Davenport | 2,689 | Town in New York |
| Franklin | 2,242 | Human settlement in Delaware County, New York, United States of America |
| Harpersfield | 1,441 | Human settlement in Delaware County, New York, United States of America |
| Meredith | 1,415 | Town in Delaware County, New York, United States of America |
| Masonville | 1,229 | Human settlement in Delaware County, New York, United States of America |
| Hamden | 1,200 | Human settlement in Delaware County, New York, United States of America |
| Andes | 1,183 | Human settlement in Delaware County, New York, United States of America |
| Stamford | 1,037 | Town in New York, United States |
| Hancock | 925 | Town in Delaware County, New York, United States |
| Bovina | 566 | Human settlement in Delaware County, New York, United States of America |
| Margaretville | 541 | Village in New York |
| Hobart | 387 | Village in New York, United States |
| Fleischmanns | 308 | Village in New York |
Distance to Other Cities
Colchester distances to largest New York cities