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Geneva, NY

Geneva is a city in Ontario and Seneca counties in the U.S. state of New York. It is at the northern end of Seneca Lake; all land portions of the city are within Ontario County; the water portions are in Seneca County. The main settlement of the Seneca was spelled Zoneshio by early European settlers and was described as being two miles north of Seneca Lake. The city borders, and was once part of, the town of Geneva. 

The city is identified as the "Lake Trout Capital of the World."

The area was long occupied by the Seneca tribe, which had established a major village of Kanadaseaga here by 1687. The British helped fortify the village against the French of Canada during the Seven Years' War (locally known as the French and Indian War); later they added defensive fortifications against the Americans during the Revolutionary War. During the latter warfare, the punitive Sullivan Expedition of 1779 mounted by rebel forces destroyed many of the dwellings, as well as the winter stores of the people, and they abandoned the ruins. Following the war and the forced removal of the Seneca from their native land, European-Americans settled here in about 1793. They developed a town encouraged by the Pulteney Association, which owned the land and was selling plots.

The town is at the two-mile-wide northern outlet of Seneca Lake, a lake that spans 34 miles south to Watkins Glen. Geneva is in the Finger Lakes region, the largest wine-producing area in New York State. The Cayuga-Seneca Canal is part of the watershed of Keuka Lake. It flows north through Geneva, connecting to the Erie Canal, which was completed in 1825, giving access for the region to the Great Lakes and midwestern markets for their produce, as well as to buy natural resource commodities. 

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.8 square miles (15.2 km²). 4.3 square miles (11.0 km²) of it is land and 1.6 square miles (4.1 km²) of it (27.18%) is water. 

Geneva is connected via the east-west US 20, concurrent with NY 5. NY 14 is a north-south highway through the city. It is approximately equidistant from Rochester and Syracuse, each being about 45 miles away.

Geneva City prioritizes health and wellness, with Geneva General Hospital serving as a comprehensive healthcare facility for residents. Finger Lakes Massage Therapy provides a tranquil retreat with massages, facials, and holistic therapies. Planet Fitness offers 24/7 access to state-of-the-art equipment and personalized training programs. Studio Z Yoga hosts yoga and Pilates classes, focusing on core strength and flexibility. Finger Lakes Health Rehabilitation Services focuses on physical therapy, pain relief, and overall wellness with a range of rehabilitative services. Geneva Fit Club provides one-on-one fitness coaching and specialized exercise programs. The Geneva Community Center features a variety of activities, including group fitness classes, swimming, and youth sports programs. These diverse facilities and activities make Geneva a hub for wellness and active living, enriching the lives of its residents.

Top Sites in Geneva City, NY: Rose Hill Mansion, Seneca Lake, Smith Opera House.

Population: 12,503 (2022). ZIP Code: 14456. Area codes: 585 and 315. Elevation: 443 ft (135 m). Area: 5.85 sq mi (15.14 km²).

FAQs

Is Geneva, NY worth visiting?

Geneva is the place to visit if you love culture. You will find a combination of art, architecture, music, and history around every street corner. Geneva is rich in activities that support culture and the arts. Music is a foundation in Geneva, along with history, artistic endeavors, and architecture. You will find a rich selection of activities and locations that will inspire you to learn more, create more, and jam more.

What are the demographics of Geneva, NY?

Geneva, NY is home to a population of 12.7k people, of which 96.6% are citizens. As of 2022, 5.54% of Geneva, NY residents were born outside of the country (702 people). In 2022, there were 11.7 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (8.99k people) in Geneva, NY than any other race or ethnicity.

What is the crime rate in Geneva, NY?

The crime rate in Geneva 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 Geneva is 1 in 36. Based on FBI crime data, Geneva is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to New York, Geneva has a crime rate that is higher than 94% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Sources

Wikipedia 

City of Geneva

UR Medicine

Sofia Health

Medicare

Karta

Neighborhood Scout

Data USA

World Population Review

All Trails

Hobart and William Smith Colleges

Smith Opera House

Seneca Lake Wine Trail

Finger Lakes Massage Therapy 

Planet Fitness

Studio Z Yoga

Finger Lakes Health Rehabilitation Services

Geneva Fit Club

Geneva Community Center

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