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Newburgh Town, NY

Newburgh is a town in Orange County, New York, United States. It forms part of the Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh metropolitan area, which is a part of the New York metropolitan area, and is a suburban satellite of the urbanized city of Newburgh. The city of Newburgh was a part of the town before 1865. New York Stewart International Airport is partially located within the township, and much of the land into which it could have been expanded has been turned into Stewart State Forest.

As of the 2020 census, the population of the town is 31,985. The 2010 census determined the population was 29,801, marking the first time that the population of the town of Newburgh officially exceeded that of the neighboring city of Newburgh (with a population of 28,866). Estimates released by the U.S. Census Bureau during 2018 show the Newburgh township's population exceeded 30,000. As of 2020 the town and neighboring city of Newburgh had a combined population of 60,842.

Newburgh was originally settled in 1709 by German Palatine refugees under the name of "Neuburg", who were soon supplemented by a significant number of Scottish immigrants. It was chartered as a precinct in 1762. It was while Newburgh was a precinct, during the closing months of the American Revolutionary War, that General George Washington established his headquarters at the Hasbrouck House in what is now the city of Newburgh. It was during this time that the Newburgh letter was written by Lewis Nicola and the Newburgh Conspiracy took place. Newburgh was rechartered as a town in 1788. At that time, it was a part of Ulster County. In 1798, the town of Newburgh and several other towns in southern Ulster County were transferred to Orange County, to compensate for the southernmost part of Orange County being cut away to form Rockland County. The town of Newburgh has remained a part of Orange County ever since. The village of Newburgh was incorporated in 1800. Then as now, villages in New York State remained a part of their parent towns. However, when the village was re-chartered as the city of Newburgh in 1865, it became independent of the town.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 47.0 square miles (122 km²), of which 43.7 square miles (113 km²) is land and 3.3 square miles (8.5 km²) (7.04%) is water. The northern town line and approximately one-third of the western town line is the border of Ulster County, and the eastern town line, marked by the Hudson River, is the border of Dutchess County. The town of Newburgh is bordered on the north by the town of Plattekill (Ulster County) and the town of Marlborough (Ulster County), which includes the hamlet of Marlboro. It is bordered on the west by the town of Shawangunk (Ulster County) which includes the hamlet of Wallkill and by the town of Montgomery (Orange County), which includes the villages of Walden, Montgomery, and Maybrook. The entire southern boundary is with the town of New Windsor (Orange County) except a 4.8-square-mile (12 km²) quadrant, nearly a perfect quadrilateral in shape, adjoining the town at its southeast corner. This is the city of Newburgh. The eastern boundary of the town of Newburgh is the Hudson River, which separates it from the Dutchess County towns of Poughkeepsie, Wappinger, and Fishkill.

Health and wellness are integral to the fabric of Newburgh Town, with a range of facilities and programs designed to promote the well-being of its residents. The Newburgh Medical Center is a beacon for community health, offering fitness classes, wellness programs, and resources to support a healthy lifestyle. The city also has several parks, such as Downing Park Conservancy, providing serene outdoor activities and exercise spaces. Serenity In The City provides a relaxing escape with massages, facials, and holistic therapies aimed at rejuvenating the mind and body. Anytime Fitness offers 24/7 access to modern fitness equipment and personalized training programs. Newburgh Yoga Shala hosts yoga and Pilates classes focused on core strength, flexibility, and mindfulness, set against the scenic backdrop of the Hudson River. SUNY Orange specializes in chiropractic care, acupuncture, and therapeutic massage for overall wellness and pain relief. The Edge Fitness Clubs features state-of-the-art exercise equipment, group fitness classes, and personal training services. Orangetheory Fitness offers a variety of fitness classes, including Zumba, spin, and strength training. These diverse facilities and activities make Newburgh Town a vibrant hub for wellness and active living, enriching the lives of its residents.

Top Sites in Newburgh Town, NY: Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site, Motorcyclepedia Museum, Downing Park.

Population: 31,985 (2020). Elevation: 174 ft. ZIP Code: 12551. Area code: 845. Area: 4.8 square miles (12.4 km²).

FAQs

What are the demographics of Newburgh Town, NY?

The largest Newburgh town racial/ethnic groups are White (54.1%) followed by Hispanic (25.2%) and Black (13.5%). With 31,808 people, Newburgh town is the 69th most populated city in the state of New York out of 1,523 cities. But watch out, Newburgh town, because Poughkeepsie City with 31,717 people, and Ithaca City with 31,359 people are right behind you.

What is the median income of Newburgh Town, NY?

In 2022, the median household income of Newburgh town households was $102,428. Newburgh town households made slightly more than Lysander households ($102,424) and Chester village households ($102,105). The median age for Newburgh town residents is 42.8 years old.

What is the poverty rate in Newburgh Town, NY?

In 2022, the median household income of Newburgh town households was $102,428. Newburgh town households made slightly more than Lysander households ($102,424) and Chester village households ($102,105). However, 5.1% of Newburgh town families live in poverty.

Sources

Wikipedia

Town of Newburgh

Crystal Run Healthcare

NY Demographics by Cubit

Mind Body

Healthprofs

Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site

Motorcyclepedia Museum 

Downing Park

Orange County, NY

Serenity In The City

Anytime Fitness

Newburgh Yoga Shala

SUNY Orange

The Edge Fitness 

Orangetheory

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