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Orchard Park Town, NY

Orchard Park is an incorporated town in Erie County, New York. It is an outer ring suburb southeast of Buffalo. As of the 2010 census, the population was 29,054, representing an increase of 5.13% from the 2000 census figure. The town contains a village also named Orchard Park. Orchard Park is one of the Southtowns of Erie County and is best known as the site of Highmark Stadium, home of the National Football League's Buffalo Bills.

In 1803, Didymus C. Kinney and wife Phebe (Hartwell) purchased land and built a cabin in the southwest corner of the township, which has since been turned into a museum. The following year, a migration of Quaker settlers began. The town was separated from the town of Hamburg in 1850 and was first named "Ellicott", after Joseph Ellicott, an agent of the Holland Land Company. Within months, the name was changed to the town of "East Hamburgh". On March 1, 1934, the town was renamed "Orchard Park" after its principal settlement. In the early 1900s, a large fire burned down most of the central part of the village of Orchard Park around South Buffalo Street. The Buffalo, Rochester, and Pittsburgh Railroad Station and the Johnson-Jolls Complex are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Orchard Park is located at 42°46′N 78°44′W (42.7622, -78.7414). The village of Orchard Park is 14 miles (23 km) southeast of downtown Buffalo. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 38.52 square miles (99.76 km²), of which 38.44 square miles (99.56 km²) is land and 0.08 square miles (0.21 km²), or 0.21%, is water.

The residents of Orchard Park prioritize health and wellness. The town boasts several healthcare facilities, including the Orchard Park Veterinary Medical Center and the Orchard Park Dental Group, ensuring that residents have access to quality medical services for their pets and themselves. Yates Park offers serene walking trails, scenic picnic spots, and playgrounds for families to enjoy outdoor recreation. The Orchard Park Fitness Center provides a state-of-the-art gym experience with various exercise equipment, personal training, and group fitness classes. Buff & Flo specializes in yoga classes for all levels, promoting flexibility, strength, and mental well-being. The Woodhouse Day Spa offers luxurious treatments, including massages, facials, and body therapies, in a serene environment. Orchard Park Chiropractic focuses on spinal health, pain relief, and overall wellness with a variety of chiropractic services. Pure Barre Orchard Park hosts low-impact, high-intensity workout sessions designed to strengthen and tone the body. Lake Effect Martial Arts offers classes in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and kickboxing, emphasizing physical fitness and self-defense. Spa 505 provides a relaxing retreat with services such as therapeutic massages, skincare treatments, and wellness consultations. Chestnut Ridge Park offers outdoor activities, including hiking trails, picnicking areas, and seasonal sports, fostering a connection with nature and encouraging physical activity.

Top sites in Orchard Park Town, NY are Highmark Stadium, Chestnut Ridge Park, and Eternal Flame Falls.

Population: 29,724 (2023). ZIP codes: 14127 (Orchard Park); 14075 (Hamburg); 14170 (West Falls); 14218 (Lackawanna); 14224 (West Seneca). Area code: 716. Elevation: 840 feet (256 meters). Area: 38.4 square miles (99.4 km²).

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What are the demographics of Orchard Park Town, NY?

The largest Orchard Park town racial/ethnic groups are White (91.9%) followed by Hispanic (2.8%) and Other (1.9%). With 29,703 people, Orchard Park town is the 82nd most populated city in the state of New York out of 1,523 cities. But watch out, Orchard Park town, because Glenville with 29,327 people, and Gates with 29,262 people are right behind you.

What is the median income of Orchard Park Town, NY?

In 2022, the median household income of Orchard Park town households was $100,575. Orchard Park town households made slightly more than New Rochelle households ($100,542) and Mount Hope households ($100,298). The median age for Orchard Park town residents is 47.2 years old.

What is the poverty rate in Orchard Park Town, NY?

In 2022, the median household income of Orchard Park town households was $100,575. Orchard Park town households made slightly more than New Rochelle households ($100,542) and Mount Hope households ($100,298). However, 5.0% of Orchard Park town families live in poverty.

Sources

Wikipedia 

Erie County

Yates Park

New York Demographics

Orchard Park Veterinary Medical Center

Orchard Park Dental Group

New Era Field

Eternal Flame Falls

Orchard Park Country Club

Erie County Fair

Town of Orchard Park

Orchard Park Fitness Center

Buff & Flo

Woodhouse

Orchard Park Chiropractic

Pure Barre

Lake Effect Martial Arts

Spa 505 

Chestnut Ridge Park

Highmark Stadium

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