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Clifton Park, NY

Clifton Park is a suburban town in Saratoga County, New York, United States. According to the United States Census Bureau, the 2020 population was 38,029. The name is derived from an early land patent. The town is in the southern part of Saratoga County, approximately 12 miles (19 km) north of Albany, 7 miles (11 km) northeast of Schenectady, and 10 miles (16 km) south of Saratoga Springs.

The Indigenous Mohawks and Mohicans referred to the area as Canastigione, meaning corn flats. The first settlements in what is now Clifton Park were established in the 17th century. The town or area was named in 1707 by Nanning Harmansen. At that time, Nanning Harmansen sent letters to Lord Cornbury requesting letters of Patent for Land he bought from the Indigenous Americans. He also stated in this correspondence that he wanted the patent to be known by "Your name of Clifton Park", and the patent was named the Clifton Park Patent. The Iroquois name for the Clifton Park Patent was Shenendehowa (meaning "Great Plains") which is where the school district derives its name.

The area along the Mohawk River was popular for ferries across the waterbed, with Eldert Vischer opening the crossing known as Vischer Ferry in 1783. To the northwest, Edward Rexford established Rexford Flats, a small community on the riverbank at the northern end of what became NY 146B. 

In 1828, the town of Clifton Park was created as "Clifton" from the town of Halfmoon but was renamed Clifton Park a year later. It was the last town created in Saratoga County. The town originally consisted of farmland with a small village of homes, churches, and businesses on what is now U.S. Route 9, but saw a large demographic change when Interstate 87 was built through the town in 1961. The Grooms Tavern Complex was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2000. The Mohawk Valley Grange Hall was added in 2012.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 50.2 square miles (130 km²), of which 48.6 square miles (126 km²) is land and 1.6 square miles (4.1 km²) (3.29%) is water. 

The town's southern boundary is defined by the Mohawk River and is the border between Saratoga County and Schenectady and Albany counties. Interstate 87 (the "Adirondack Northway") and U.S. Route 9 pass through the eastern part of the town. New York State Route 146 is an east-west highway through most of the center of Clifton Park until it takes a 90-degree turn southward, passing east of the hamlet of Rexford and then crossing the Rexford bridge into the Town of Niskayuna in Schenectady County.

Clifton Park offers a range of health and wellness activities to support residents' well-being. Tranquil Waters Counseling offers sensory deprivation therapy, promoting relaxation and stress relief through floatation tanks. Southern Saratoga YMCA features a comprehensive fitness center with cardio and strength training equipment, as well as swimming pools and group fitness classes for all ages. The Yoga Lily Studio specializes in yoga and meditation classes, focusing on mindfulness and flexibility enhancement. For chiropractic care and pain management, Clifton Park Chiropractic offers personalized treatments and spinal adjustments. Planet Fitness, known for its welcoming atmosphere, provides a variety of exercise machines and group fitness sessions tailored to different fitness levels. The Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library hosts wellness workshops and educational seminars on nutrition, mental health, and mindfulness practices. These facilities and programs make Clifton Park a vibrant hub for health-conscious individuals, promoting overall wellness and community engagement among its residents.

Top sites in Clifton Park, NY are Vischer Ferry Nature & Historic Preserve, Clifton Common, and Eagle Crest Golf Club.

Population: 37,788 (2023). ZIP code: 12065. Area: 50.2 square miles (130 km²). Area code: 518. Elevation: 318 ft (97 m).

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What are the demographics of Clifton Park, NY?

The largest Clifton Park racial/ethnic groups are White (82.5%) followed by Asian (7.3%). Additionally, Two or More racial backgrounds account for 4.6% of the population, reflecting a blend of different heritages within the community. This demographic makeup highlights the town's inclusivity and provides a rich tapestry of cultures and backgrounds.

What is the crime rate in Clifton Park, NY?

Clifton Park has an overall crime rate of 10 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 Clifton Park is 1 in 103. How does Clifton Park fare compared to other communities in New York of all population sizes? Clifton Park's crime rate is lower than approximately 40% of New York communities.

Is Clifton Park, NY wealthy?

59.35% of adults here have a 4-year degree or graduate degree, whereas the national average for all cities and towns is just 21.84%. The per capita income in Clifton Park in 2018 was $63,566, which is wealthy relative to New York and the nation. This equates to an annual income of $254,264 for a family of four.

Sources

Wikipedia

Town of Clifton Park

Neighborhood Scout

New York Demographics by Cubit

Integrative Healing Arts

The Hot Yoga Spot

Albanypinebush.org

Parks.ny.gov

Tranquil Waters Counseling

Southern Saratoga YMCA

The Yoga Lily Studio 

Clifton Park Chiropractic

Planet Fitness

Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library

Vischer Ferry Nature & Historic Preserve

Clifton Common

Eagle Crest Golf Club

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