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Cobleskill, NY

Cobleskill is a town in Schoharie County, New York, United States. The population was 6,086 at the 2020 census. The town contains a village, also named Cobleskill, as well as the State University of New York at Cobleskill. The city is in the northern part of the county and is southwest of Amsterdam.

The town was first settled around 1712. The town was founded at the same time as the county, in 1795, but its boundaries were not established until 1801. There are more historical notes on the pages of the village of Cobleskill and Schoharie County.

The town was named after mill owner Jacob Kobell, and the word "kil", which is Dutch for stream. Cobleskill was incorporated in 1868.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 30.8 square miles (80 km2), of which 30.6 square miles (79 km2) is land and 0.2 square miles (0.52 km2) (0.49%) is water. Cobleskill Creek flows eastward through the town. Interstate 88 passes across the town. New York State Route 145 is an east-west highway, which runs conjointly with New York State Route 10 near Cobleskill Village. Both the Interstate and NY-10 follow a route similar to Cobleskill Creek.

Two annual festivals held in Cobleskill are the Schoharie County Maple Festival and the Sunshine Fair.

Two cavern complexes are located just outside Cobleskill and are open to tourists: Howe Caverns and Secret Caverns. Both are north of I-88 and Howes Cave. The Secret Caverns is located just outside Cobleskill and was formed during the last Ice Age. The caverns were discovered in 1928, and include a 100-foot underground waterfall. Howe Caverns is 156 feet below ground.

​​Health and wellness are paramount in Cobleskill, with the city offering various amenities and services to support the well-being of its residents. The NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center is a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Cobleskill Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include The Bodyshop Gym and Cobleskill Fitness Center. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Cobleskill, such as the Cobleskill Creek Trail and Iorio Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Cobleskill, NY are Secret Caverns, Schoharie County Sunshine Fair, and Cobleskill Golf & Country Club.

Population: 6,239 (2018). Elevation: 886 ft (270 m). Zip code: 12043. Area code: 518. Area: 30.78 sq mi (79.73 km sq).

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Is Cobleskill, NY a good place to live?

Living in Cobleskill offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many young professionals live in Cobleskill and residents tend to be conservative. The public schools in Cobleskill are above average.

What are the demographics of Cobleskill, NY?

Cobleskill, NY is home to a population of 4.15k people, of which 98.1% are citizens. As of 2022, 3.4% of Cobleskill, NY residents were born outside of the country (141 people). In 2022, there were 16.8 times more White (non-Hispanic) residents (3.35k people) in Cobleskill, NY than any other race or ethnicity. There were 199 Other (Non-Hispanic) and 128 Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

How safe is Cobleskill, NY?

The crime rate in Cobleskill is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 28 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Cobleskill is 1 in 35. Based on FBI crime data, Cobleskill is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to New York, Cobleskill has a crime rate that is higher than 94% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Sources

Wikipedia

Schoharie County

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center

Cobleskill Parks and Recreation Department 

The Bodyshop Gym 

Cobleskill Fitness Center

Cobleskill Creek Trail 

Iorio Park

Secret Caverns

Schoharie County Sunshine Fair

Cobleskill Golf & Country Club

Niche

DataUSA

Neighborhoodscout

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