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Cicero, NY

Cicero is a town in northern Onondaga County, New York, United States. The name of the town was assigned by a clerk interested in the classics, honoring Cicero, a Roman statesman.

The Town of Cicero is in the central part of New York and a suburb of Syracuse in the northeastern section of Onondaga County.

Cicero was one of the townships of the former Central New York Military Tract, land reserved for soldiers of the American Revolution. 

The Town of Cicero was formed in 1790 as a Township in the Military Tract but was part of the Town of Lysander when Onondaga County was formed in 1794 and was separated from Lysander in 1807. The first settler to arrive was John Leach, who established a tavern at Cody's Corners. In 1827 the town was split approximately in half, with the western portion of Cicero becoming the Town of Clay. The Stone Arabia School was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2007.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 48.5 square miles (126 km²), of which 48.5 square miles (126 km²) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.26 km²) (0.10%) is water.

The northern town line of Cicero, marked by the Oneida River, is the border of Oswego County. The eastern town boundary is the border of Madison County, marked by the Chittenango Creek. At the northern border of Cicero is Oneida Lake, one of the largest bodies of water located within New York State.

At the northern border of Cicero is Oneida Lake, one of the largest bodies of water located within New York State. Also within Cicero is a fairly large swamp named Cicero Swamp. Cicero consists of mainly wetlands, forests, farms, and a large and growing number of housing developments encroaching on farmland. The soils are mostly brown silt loams and loams with slight to moderate acidity in surface layers (subsoils may be somewhat alkaline); their drainage varies.

U.S. Route 11, Interstate 81, Interstate 481, and New York State Route 31 pass through Cicero. New York State Route 298 intersects NY-31 near the eastern town line. Michael Airfield, a single-runway general aviation airport, is located within Cicero.

The reconstructed Erie Canal follows the Oneida River along the northern town line.

Cicero places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, with several healthcare facilities and recreational opportunities for its residents. St. Joseph's Health Hospital provides comprehensive healthcare services, ensuring the well-being of the community. Tranquil Moments Wellness Spa provides a retreat with a variety of massages, facials, and body treatments aimed at relaxation and rejuvenation. For fitness enthusiasts, Anytime Fitness offers 24/7 access to modern equipment and personalized training programs tailored to individual fitness goals. The Yoga Loft hosts classes in yoga and Pilates, focusing on enhancing core strength, flexibility, and mental clarity. Borio Chiropractic and Cicero Chiropractic Center specializes in chiropractic care to promote spinal health and overall wellness, offering adjustments and therapeutic services.

Top Sites in Cicero, NY: Big Dons Wild River Mini Golf, Rosamond Gifford Zoo, Museum of Science & Technology.

Population: 31,435 (2020). ZIP Code: 13039. Area codes: 315, 680. Elevation: 413 ft (126 m). Area: 48.47 sq mi (125.52 km²).

FAQs

What are the demographics of Cicero, NY?

The largest Cicero racial/ethnic groups are White (92.9%) followed by Two or More (3.0%) and Asian (1.7%). With 30,895 people, Cicero is the 74th most populated city in the state of New York out of 1,524 cities. But watch out, Cicero, because Harrison with 30,780 people, and Mamaroneck town with 30,771 people are right behind you.

What is the crime rate in Cicero, NY?

Cicero has an overall crime rate of 11 per 1,000 residents, making the crime rate here near the average for all cities and towns of all sizes in America. According to our analysis of FBI crime data, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in Cicero is 1 in 91. How does Cicero fare compared to other communities in New York of all population sizes? Cicero's crime rate is lower than approximately 34% of New York communities.

What county is Cicero, NY in?

Cicero Town, Onondaga County, New York is a city, town, place equivalent, and township located in Onondaga County, New York. The total population in Cicero Town, Onondaga County, New York is 31,435. 16.9% ± 2.1% Local, state, and federal government workers in Cicero town, Onondaga County, New York.

Sources

Wikipedia

Town of Cicero

United States Census Bureau

NY Demographics

NY Parks

Nextdoor

Neighborhood Scout

Team Pages

Rec Desk

St. Joseph's Health Hospital

Tranquil Moments Wellness Spa

Anytime Fitness

The Yoga Loft

Borio Chiropractic

Cicero Chiropractic Center

Big Dons Wild River Mini Golf

Rosamond Gifford Zoo

Museum of Science & Technology

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