Belfast, New York
Belfast: town in New York, United States.
About
Belfast is a town located in the county of Allegany in the U.S. state of New York. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,663 and a population density of 46 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,557 inhabitants.
The town was created 202 years ago in 1824.
Quick Facts about Belfast
| Population | 1,557 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New York (United States) |
| County | Allegany County |
| Postal code | 14711 |
| Phone Area Codes | 585 |
| Area | 36.54 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.3428,-78.1114 |
| Altitude | 1,316 feet / 401, 551 meters |
| Establishment | March 24, 1824 (202 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 08:02:07 (23rd September 2026) |
| Density | 43 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -6.37% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 65℉ Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Belfast is located at 42°20'34"N 78°6'41"W (42.3428400, -78.1114000).
Belfast map
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Weather
Patchy fog before 9am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 65. East wind 3 to 9 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Belfast decreased by 6.37% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,663 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,660 | -0.18% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,644 | -0.96% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,638 | -0.36% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,625 | -0.79% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,614 | -0.68% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,608 | -0.37% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,597 | -0.68% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,585 | -0.75% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,575 | -0.63% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,557 | -1.14% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Belfast
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People born in Belfast (3)
People born in Belfast, including Union army general Miles D. McAlester, politician Jesse Peterson, classical philologist Catharine Saunders, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Belfast, NY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 191676 | Houghton College | Houghton (NY) | 14744 |
Nearby Transit Stations (7)
Rail and bus stations connected to Belfast, NY. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUF | Buffalo–Depew station | 55 Dick Road | RAIL |
| BFX | Buffalo–Exchange Street | 75 Exchange Street | RAIL |
| JMN | Jamestown, New York | 111 West Third Street | BUS |
| ROC | Louise M. Slaughter Rochester Station | 320 Central Avenue | RAIL |
| DUK | Dunkirk, New York | 411 Central Ave. | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Belfast.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Belfa Post Office | Belfast (NY) | 14711 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Belfast, Maine city in Maine, United States. with a population of 6,708 people.
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 |
Distance to Other Cities
Belfast distances to largest New York cities