Jay, New York
Jay: town in New York, United States
About
Jay is a town located in the county of Essex in the U.S. state of New York. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,506 and a population density of 37 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 2,397 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Jay
| Population | 2,397 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New York (United States) |
| County | Essex County |
| Postal code | 12941 |
| Phone Area Codes | 518 |
| Area | 68.11 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 44.3751,-73.7282 |
| Altitude | 837 feet / 255 meters |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 16:01:34 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 35 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -4.55% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 61℉ Rain Showers Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Jay is located at 44°22'30"N 73°43'42"W (44.3750500, -73.7282000).
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Jay decreased by 4.55% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,506 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,502 | -0.16% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,477 | -1.01% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,463 | -0.57% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,450 | -0.53% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,444 | -0.25% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 2,426 | -0.74% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 2,419 | -0.29% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 2,418 | -0.04% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 2,395 | -0.96% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 2,397 | 0.08% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Jay
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People born in Jay (1)
American bobsledder Robert Crowley was born in Jay
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Jay, NY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 194028 | North Country Community College | Saranac Lake (NY) | 12983-0089 |
Nearby Transit Stations (16)
Rail and bus stations connected to Jay, NY. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| LPD | Lake Placid, New York | 1 Mirror Lake Drive | BUS |
| WSP | Westport station | Hwy 9N and Ledge Hill Rd | RAIL |
| PRK | Port Kent station | Hwy 373 & Back Rd | RAIL |
| PLB | Plattsburgh station | Bridge and Dock Sts. | RAIL |
| POH | Port Henry station | 20 Park Place | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Jay.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Jay Post Office | Jay (NY) | 12941 |
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- Jay, Maine town in Maine, United States with a population of 4,598 people.
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- Jay, Florida town in Florida, United States with a population of 653 people.
- Jay, Vermont town in Vermont, United States with a population of 557 people.
Other cities in Essex County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Essex County , NY. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Rome | 32,145 | City in New York, United States |
| Stillwater | 9,092 | Town in New York, United States |
| North Elba | 8,118 | Town in New York |
| Ticonderoga | 4,728 | Town in New York |
| Moriah | 4,453 | Human settlement in Essex County, New York, United States of America |
| Lake Placid | 2,356 | Town in Essex County, New York, United States |
| Willsboro | 1,963 | Human settlement in Essex County, New York, United States of America |
| Crown Point | 1,875 | Town in New York |
| Keeseville | 1,750 | Village in both Clinton County as Essex County, New York, United States of America |
| Wilmington | 1,269 | Town in New York, USA |
| Westport | 1,239 | Town in New York, USA |
| Port Henry | 1,148 | Village in New York, USA |
| Elizabethtown | 1,093 | Human settlement in Essex County, New York, United States of America |
| Keene | 1,060 | Town in New York |
| Schroon Lake | 833 | Town in Essex County, New York |
| Baldwin | 791 | Census designated place in New York, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Jay distances to largest New York cities