Independence, New York
Independence: town in Allegany County, New York, United States.
About
Independence is a town located in the county of Allegany in the U.S. state of New York. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,167 and a population density of 34 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,123 inhabitants.
The town was created 205 years ago in 1821.
Quick Facts about Independence
| Population | 1,123 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New York (United States) |
| County | Allegany County |
| Postal code | 14806 |
| Phone Area Codes | 607 |
| Area | 34.49 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.0881,-77.7814 |
| Altitude | 2,165 feet / 660 meters |
| Establishment | March 16, 1821 (205 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 06:19:52 (6th November 2026) |
| Density | 33 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -3.77% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 46℉ Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Independence is located at 42°5'17"N 77°46'53"W (42.0881200, -77.7813800).
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Weather
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 46. South wind around 5 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Independence decreased by 3.77% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,167 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,182 | 1.29% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,181 | -0.08% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,185 | 0.34% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,176 | -0.76% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,168 | -0.68% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,159 | -0.77% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,150 | -0.78% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,142 | -0.7% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,134 | -0.7% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,123 | -0.97% | estimation process |
People born in Independence (2)
People born in Independence, including writer Mary Bassett Clarke, State Superintendent on Insurance Jessie Snyder Phillips, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Independence, NY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 188641 | Alfred University | Alfred (NY) | 14802-1205 |
Closest post offices linked to Independence.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Whitesvill Post Office | Whitesville (NY) | 14897 |
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Other cities in Allegany County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Allegany County , NY.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Alfred | 4,909 | Town in New York |
| Wellsville | 3,821 | City in Cache County, Utah |
| Marshall | 2,109 | Town in the U. |
| Cuba | 1,589 | Town in New York |
| Belfast | 1,557 | Town in New York, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Independence distances to largest New York cities