Town of Clinton
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| Town of Clinton | |
|---|---|
| Name | Town of Clinton |
| Settlement type | Town |
| Subdivision type | Country |
| Subdivision name | United States |
| Subdivision type1 | State |
| Subdivision name1 | New York |
| Subdivision type2 | County |
| Subdivision name2 | Oneida County |
| Established title | Settled |
| Established date | c. 1787 |
| Established title1 | Incorporated |
| Established date1 | 1793 |
| Government type | Town council |
| Leader title | Town Supervisor |
| Unit pref | Imperial |
| Population total | 1900 |
| Population as of | 2020 |
| Timezone | EST |
| Utc offset | -5 |
| Timezone DST | EDT |
| Utc offset DST | -4 |
| Postal code type | ZIP Code |
| Postal code | 13323 |
| Area code | 315 |
| Blank name | FIPS code |
| Blank info | 36-16396 |
| Blank1 name | GNIS feature ID |
| Blank1 info | 0978850 |
| Website | https://www.townofclinton.org/ |
Town of Clinton. Located in Oneida County, the Town of Clinton is a historic community in the Mohawk Valley region of New York. It is distinct from the adjacent Village of Clinton, which it surrounds. The town is perhaps best known as the home of the prestigious Hamilton College.
History
The area was part of lands originally inhabited by the Iroquois Confederacy, specifically the Oneida nation. Following the American Revolutionary War, the land was acquired by the state as part of the Central New York Military Tract, a system of land grants for veterans. Settlement began around 1787 by pioneers from New England and was formally organized as a town in 1793, named for then-Governor George Clinton. The establishment of the Hamilton-Oneida Academy in 1793, which later evolved into Hamilton College, became a central cultural and educational institution. The town's development was also influenced by its location along early transportation routes like the Cherry Valley Turnpike.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area that includes both land and small water bodies. It is situated in the central part of Oneida County, bordered by the towns of Kirkland to the north and Paris to the south. The terrain is characterized by rolling hills typical of the Mohawk Valley region. The Oriskany Creek, a tributary of the Mohawk River, flows through the area. The Village of Clinton occupies a central portion of the town's geography.
Demographics
As of the 2020 census, the population was approximately 1,900 residents. The population density is relatively low, reflecting its rural character. The racial makeup is predominantly White, with smaller populations of African American, Asian, and Hispanic or Latino residents. A significant portion of the population is associated with Hamilton College, including students, faculty, and staff. The median household income tends to be higher than the state average, influenced by the presence of the college and professional employment.
Government
The Town of Clinton operates under a Town council form of government, led by an elected Town Supervisor and a board of council members. It provides typical municipal services such as highway maintenance, planning and zoning, and parks and recreation. The town is part of New York's 22nd congressional district for federal representation and falls within the New York State Senate's 53rd district and the New York State Assembly's 101st district. Local law enforcement is provided by the New York State Police and the Oneida County Sheriff's Office.
Economy
The economy is heavily anchored by the presence of Hamilton College, a major employer and economic driver. Other economic activity includes local retail, services catering to the college community and residents, and some light professional services. Agriculture, particularly dairy farming, has historical significance but plays a smaller role today. The town's proximity to the City of Utica provides access to broader employment opportunities in healthcare, education, and manufacturing within the Mohawk Valley region.
Notable people
Notable individuals associated with the area include Ezra Cornell, founder of Cornell University and Western Union, who worked locally as a mechanic. Lyman Spalding, a founder of the United States Pharmacopeia, was born here. Famed poet and Pulitzer Prize winner John Berryman taught at Hamilton College. Nobel laureate in Physics Robert Hofstadter was a professor at the college. Contemporary figures include author and journalist Sewell Chan, editor of The Texas Tribune, who is an alumnus of Hamilton College.
Category:Towns in New York (state) Category:Towns in Oneida County, New York Category:1793 establishments in New York (state)