Plattsburgh, New York
Plattsburgh: city in the state of New York, USA
About
Plattsburgh is a city located in the county of Clinton in the U.S. state of New York. Its population at the 2010 census was 11,870 and a population density of 695 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 11,823 inhabitants.
The city was created 241 years ago in 1784.
Quick Facts about Plattsburgh
| Population | 11,823 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New York (United States) |
| County | Clinton County |
| Different from | Plattsburgh |
| Phone Area Codes | 518 |
| Area | 17.08 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 44.6995,-73.4529 |
| Named for | Zephaniah Platt |
| Altitude | 138 feet / 42 meters |
| Capital city | Plattsburgh is capital of Clinton County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1785 (241 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 16:27:33 (22nd April 2026) |
| Postal code | 12901 |
| Density | 692 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -0.4% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 51℉ Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Plattsburgh is located at 44°41'58"N 73°27'10"W (44.6994900, -73.4529100).
Plattsburgh map
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Weather
A slight chance of rain showers before 8am. Partly sunny, with a high near 51. East wind 3 to 7 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Plattsburgh decreased by 0.4% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 11,870 | - | census |
| 2011 | 11,817 | -0.45% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 11,823 | 0.05% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 11,836 | 0.11% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 11,800 | -0.31% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 11,804 | 0.03% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 11,840 | 0.3% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 11,878 | 0.32% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 11,949 | 0.59% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 11,949 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 11,823 | -1.07% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Plattsburgh
1Plattsburgh City Beach
4 Beach Rd, Plattsburgh, NY 12901, United States View details
Phone: +15183247709 | Website available
2Point Au Roche State Park
19 Camp Red Cloud Rd, Plattsburgh, NY 12901, United States View details
Phone: +15185630369 | Website available
3Melissa Penfield Park
139 Boynton Ave, Plattsburgh, NY 12901, United States View details
Phone: +15183247709 | Website available
4Trinity Park
1 Trinity Pl, Plattsburgh, NY 12901, United States View details
Phone: +15183247709
5South Acres Park
23 Flynn Ave, Plattsburgh, NY 12901, United States View details
Phone: +15185637702 | Website available
Where to Eat in Plattsburgh
1Texas Roadhouse
356 Cornelia St, Plattsburgh, NY 12901, United States View details
Phone: +15185667427 | Website available
2Applebee's Grill + Bar
80 Centre Dr, Plattsburgh, NY 12901, United States View details
Phone: +15185669607 | Website available
399 Restaurants
446 NY-3, Plattsburgh, NY 12901, United States View details
Phone: +15185669900 | Website available
4Five Guys
418 NY-3, Plattsburgh, NY 12901, United States View details
Phone: +15185612156 | Website available
5Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
411 NY-3, Plattsburgh, NY 12901, United States View details
Phone: +15185616222 | Website available
Where to Stay in Plattsburgh
1Best Western Plus Plattsburgh
446 NY-3, Plattsburgh, NY 12901, United States View details
Phone: +15185617750 | Website available
2Holiday Inn Express Plattsburgh
8 Everleth Dr, Plattsburgh, NY 12901, United States View details
Phone: +15185610403 | Website available
3La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Plattsburgh
16 Plaza Blvd, Plattsburgh, NY 12901, United States View details
Phone: +15185624000 | Website available
4Hampton Inn & Suites Plattsburgh
586 NY-3, Plattsburgh, NY 12901, United States View details
Phone: +15183241100 | Website available
5Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Plattsburgh
554 NY-3, Plattsburgh, NY 12901, United States View details
Phone: +15183243800 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Plattsburgh
1Weights & Measures
72 Clinton St, Plattsburgh, NY 12901, United States View details
Phone: +15185654681
2Clinton County Planning Department
135 Margaret St # 124, Plattsburgh, NY 12901, United States View details
Phone: +15185654711 | Website available
3US Consolidated Farm Services Agency
Plattsburgh, NY 12901, United States View details
Phone: +15185614540
People born in Plattsburgh (64)
People born in Plattsburgh, including Canadian software engineer David Parnas, actress Jean Arthur, astronaut, scientist Michael P. Anderson, .
More notable people
- Alissa Johnson (American ski jumper) she was born in 28/05/1987
- Anders Johnson (American ski jumper) he was born in 23/04/1989
- Cammy Myler (American luger) she was born in 07/12/1968
- Terry R. LaValley (Catholic bishop) he was born in 26/03/1956
- Harry Leahey (American musician) he was born in 01/09/1935
- Julia Spencer-Fleming (American writer) she was born in 01/01/1961
- Robert Rosser (American biathlete) he was born in 11/04/1969
- Thomas Biesemeyer (American alpine skier) he was born in 30/01/1989
- Rockwell Blake (American opera singer) he was born in 10/01/1951
- Vladimir von Tsurikov he was born in 30/05/1970
- Alfred Peck Edgerton (American politician) he was born in 11/01/1813
- Bryan O'Byrne (American actor (1931-2009)) he was born in 06/02/1931
- Roy Stone (Union Army general) he was born in 16/10/1836
- Cindy Rakowitz (American public relations expert) she was born in 01/01/2000
- Colleen Sheehan (American politician) she was born in 07/01/1956
- David Allen Sibley (American ornithologist and artist) he was born in 01/01/1962
- Gail Ricketson (American rower) she was born in 12/09/1953
- George H. Storck (American football coach) he was born in 11/10/1930
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Plattsburgh, NY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 190707 | CVPH Medical Center School of Radiologic Technology | Plattsburgh (NY) | 12901-1438 |
Nearby Transit Stations (12)
Rail and bus stations connected to Plattsburgh, NY. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLB | Plattsburgh station | Bridge and Dock Sts. | RAIL |
| PRK | Port Kent station | Hwy 373 & Back Rd | RAIL |
| SAB | St. Albans station | 40 Federal Street | RAIL |
| RSP | Rouses Point station | Delaware and Pratt Sts. | RAIL |
| ESX | Essex Junction station | 29 Railroad Ave. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Plattsburgh.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Plattsburgh Post Office | Plattsburgh (NY) | 12901 |
Other cities in Clinton County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Clinton County , NY.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Peru | 6,882 | Town in New York, United States |
| Champlain | 5,579 | Town in Clinton County, New York, United States of America |
| Beekmantown | 5,441 | Human settlement in Clinton County, New York, United States of America |
| Schuyler Falls | 5,100 | Town in New York state |
| Chazy | 4,114 | Town in New York, United States |
| Saranac | 3,918 | Human settlement in Clinton County, New York, United States of America |
| Mooers | 3,555 | Census-designated place in Clinton County, New York |
| Dannemora | 3,512 | Town in New York, USA |
| Altona | 2,845 | Census-designated place in Clinton County, New York |
| Russia | 2,487 | Town in New York |
| Rouses Point | 2,109 | Village in New York, United States |
| Ellenburg | 1,660 | Town |
| Cumberland Head | 1,627 | Census-designated place in Clinton County, New York |
| Morrisonville | 1,545 | Census-designated place in Clinton County, New York |
| Black Brook | 1,469 | Human settlement in Clinton County, New York, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Plattsburgh distances to largest New York cities