Watertown, New York
Watertown: town in Jefferson County, New York
About
Watertown is a town located in the county of Jefferson in the U.S. state of New York. Its population at the 2010 census was 4,470 and a population density of 124 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 4,426 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Watertown
| Population | 4,426 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New York (United States) |
| County | Jefferson County |
| Area | 36.1 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 43.9748,-75.9108 |
| Altitude | 538 feet / 164 meters |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 22:08:47 (18th April 2026) |
| Postal code | 13601 |
| Density | 123 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -0.99% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 74℉ Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Watertown is located at 43°58'29"N 75°54'39"W (43.9747800, -75.9107600).
Watertown map
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Weather
A chance of rain showers after 2pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 74. South wind 5 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Watertown decreased by 0.99% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 4,470 | - | census |
| 2011 | 4,731 | 5.52% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 4,905 | 3.55% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 4,792 | -2.36% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 4,787 | -0.1% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 4,743 | -0.93% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 4,615 | -2.77% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 4,617 | 0.04% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 4,576 | -0.9% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 4,473 | -2.3% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 4,426 | -1.06% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Watertown
1Zoo New York
1 Thompson Park, Watertown, NY 13601, United States View details
Phone: +13157826180 | Website available
2Historic Thompson Park
Watertown, NY 13601, United States View details
Phone: +13157857775
3Public Square
1 Public Square, Watertown, NY 13601, United States View details
Phone: +13157857775
4Dry Hill Ski Area
18160 Alpine Ridge Rd, Watertown, NY 13601, United States View details
Phone: +13157828584 | Website available
5Black River Running Trail Head
25534 Ridge Rd, Watertown, NY 13601, United States View details
Phone: +13159385083 | Website available
Where to Eat in Watertown
1Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
1289 Coffeen St, Watertown, NY 13601, United States View details
Phone: +13157822460 | Website available
2Denny's
1142 Arsenal St, Watertown, NY 13601, United States View details
Phone: +13157855495 | Website available
3Buffalo Wild Wings
1290 Arsenal St, Watertown, NY 13601, United States View details
Phone: +13157799464 | Website available
4Burger King
1081 Arsenal St, Watertown, NY 13601, United States View details
Phone: +13157880950 | Website available
5Cam's Pizzeria
25 Public Square, Watertown, NY 13601, United States View details
Phone: +13157798900 | Website available
Where to Stay in Watertown
1Best Western Watertown Fort Drum
300 Washington St, Watertown, NY 13601, United States View details
Phone: +13157828000 | Website available
2Ramada by Wyndham Watertown
21000 NY-3, Watertown, NY 13601, United States View details
Phone: +13157880700 | Website available
3Hampton Inn Watertown
155 Commerce Park Dr, Watertown, NY 13601, United States View details
Phone: +13157822222 | Website available
4Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Watertown Thousand Islands
250 Commerce Park Dr, Watertown, NY 13601, United States View details
Phone: +13157882800 | Website available
5Travelodge by Wyndham Watertown
1190 Arsenal St, Watertown, NY 13601, United States View details
Phone: +13155237578 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Watertown
1Watertown Municipal Arena
600 William T Field Dr, Watertown, NY 13601, United States View details
Phone: +13157857775
2Jefferson County Agricultural
21168 NY-232, Watertown, NY 13601, United States View details
Phone: +13157821806
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Watertown, NY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 192022 | Jefferson Community College | Watertown (NY) | 13601-1897 |
| 417886 | Jefferson Lewis BOCES-Practical Nursing Program | Watertown (NY) | 13601-9509 |
Nearby Transit Stations (4)
Rail and bus stations connected to Watertown, NY. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROM | Rome station | 6599 Martin Street | RAIL |
| SYR | William F. Walsh Regional Transportation Center | 131 Alliance Bank Parkway | RAIL |
| NYF | Empire Expo Center | 581 State Fair Blvd | RAIL |
| UCA | Union Station | 321 Main St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Watertown.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Watertown Post Office | Watertown (NY) | 13601 |
| Brownvill Post Office | Brownville (NY) | 13615 |
| Calcium Post Office | Calcium (NY) | 13616 |
| Black River Post Office | Black River (NY) | 13612 |
| Dexter Post Office | Dexter (NY) | 13634 |
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- Watertown, Michigan township in Sanilac County, Michigan, United States with a population of 2,060 people.
- Watertown, Wisconsin city in Jefferson County, New York with a population of 2,039 people.
- Watertown, Tennessee city in Wilson County, Tennessee, United States with a population of 1,536 people.
- Watertown, Ohio township in Washington County, Ohio with a population of 1,521 people.
- Watertown, Tennessee city in Wilson County, Tennessee, United States with a population of 1,517 people.
- Watertown, Minnesota township in Carver County, Minnesota with a population of 1,189 people.
Other cities in Jefferson County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Jefferson County , NY. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Brownville | 5,876 | Human settlement in Jefferson County, New York, United States of America |
| Adams | 4,847 | Town in New York, United States |
| Clayton | 4,647 | Village in Jefferson County, New York, United States |
| Champion | 4,236 | Town in Jefferson County, New York |
| Calcium | 3,491 | Census-designated place in Jefferson County, New York |
| Ellisburg | 3,284 | Town in Jefferson County, New York, United States |
| Carthage | 3,256 | Village in the United States |
| Cape Vincent | 2,661 | Town in New York |
| West Carthage | 1,901 | Village in New York, USA |
| Philadelphia | 1,759 | Town in Jefferson County, New York, United States |
| Adams Center | 1,568 | Census-designated place in Jefferson County, New York |
| Waterville | 1,502 | Village in New York, United States |
| Sackets Harbor | 1,376 | City in Jefferson County, New York, United States of America |
| Henderson | 1,287 | Town in Jefferson County, New York, United States |
| Smithville | 1,257 | Town in New York, United States |
| Black River | 1,217 | Human settlement in Jefferson County, New York, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Watertown distances to largest New York cities