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Vernon Town, NY

Vernon is a town in Oneida County, New York, United States. The Town of Vernon is on the western border of the county. The town contains a village, also named Vernon.

The first European settler was Josiah Bushnell, from Berkshire County, Massachusetts, who came in 1794. The town was formed in 1802 from parts of the Towns of Augusta and Westmoreland. Vernon was part of the original Oneida Reservation. In 1859, a remnant group of Oneida people lived in the southwestern part of the town.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 38.1 square miles (98.7 km2), all land. Skanandoa Creek ("hemlock", or "stream of hemlocks"), was named after the famous Skenandoa. It flows through the eastern section of town. The western town line is the border of Madison County and is formed by the Oneida Creek.

As of the census of 2000, there were 5,335 people, 2,112 households, and 1,484 families residing in the town. The population density was 139.9 inhabitants per square mile (54.0/km2). There were 2,266 housing units at an average density of 59.4 per square mile (22.9/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 97.94% White, 0.43% Black or African American, 0.41% Native American, 0.39% Asian, 0.07% from other races, and 0.75% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.69% of the population.

There were 2,112 households, out of which 32.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.6% were married couples living together, 10.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.7% were non-families. 24.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.51 and the average family size was 2.98.

Vernon emphasizes health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by Vernon’s Recreation and Community Services Department. 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 Fitness Gym, Survive 41, and Vernon Senior Center. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Vernon, such as the Talcott Ravine Loop and the Appalachian Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Vernon, NY are Copperstone Baseball, Heaven Hill Farm, and Utica Rome Speedway.

Population: 5,408 (2010). Zip codes: 13476. Area code(s): 315. Elevation: 470 ft (143 m). Area: 37.84 sq mi (98.00 km2).

FAQs

What part of New York is Vernon from?

The Town of Vernon is located on the southwest border of Oneida County and was formed from parts of Westmoreland and Augusta. Included in this town are the patents of Baschard, Bleecker, Sargeant, Wemple, and Van Eps. All of these were in the original Oneida Indian Reservation.

What is the crime rate in Vernon, NY?

Vernon, NY is a small town in central New York and has relatively low rates of crime compared to the rest of the US. The violent crime rate in Vernon, NY is 9.9 per 1000 citizens, which is significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. Similarly, the property crime rate in Vernon is 24.3 per 1000 citizens, compared to the national average of 35.4. This indicates that overall crime levels are much lower in Vernon than across the nation as a whole. 

Is it expensive to live in Vernon, NY?

Vernon, New York's cost of living is 3% higher than the national average. Vernon's housing expenses are 19% lower than the national average and the utility prices are 2% higher than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 15% higher than the national average.

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Town of Vernon 

Vernon’s Recreation and Community Services Department

Fitness Gym

Survive 41 

Vernon Senior Center

Talcott Ravine Loop

Copperstone Baseball

Heaven Hill Farm 

Utica Rome Speedway

Village of Vernon

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