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Vestal, NY

Vestal is a town within Broome County in the Southern Tier of New York, United States, and lies between the Susquehanna River and the Pennsylvania border. As of the 2020 census, the population was 29,110. Vestal is on the southern border of the county and serves as a western suburb of the city of Binghamton. The town is home to the main campus of Binghamton University.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 52.6 square miles (136.2 km2), of which 51.7 square miles (134.0 km2) is land, and 0.85 square miles (2.2 km2) (1.62%) is water. The town of Vestal is on the south side of the Susquehanna River.

New York State Route 17 passes across the northern part of the town and intersects north-south highway New York State Route 26 by the Susquehanna River. New York State Route 434, Vestal Parkway, intersects NY-26 south of the NY-17 junction. New York State Route 201 also crosses to the north shore of the Susquehanna River, linking the eastern part of Vestal with the village of Johnson City.

The first European settlers arrived in Vestal around 1785. The central area of Vestal, near Route 26 at Choconut Creek, was the site of an Indigenous village of the Ochugnut tribe of the Tuscarora people. During the American Revolution, a squad of soldiers from the Sixth Massachusetts Regiment, under the command of Lt. William McKendry were sent to engage the tribes, when possible, and destroy their homes and crops. During the summer of 1779, the squad did burn at least two villages without encountering resistance, including one situated in what is now nearby downtown Binghamton (the Chenango, at the confluence of the Chenango and Susquehanna rivers), and the Ochugnut (Choconut) at the site of Choconut Creek near present-day Vestal High School.

This campaign during the American Revolution was initiated following Indigenous predations against settlers, presumed to have been carried out by tribes forming part of the Iroqouis alliance. This hostile activity against settlers was encouraged by the British. However, some evidence indicates that at least some of the indigenous people were Tuscarora— who fled from North Carolina after wars in 1711 and the War of 1763. This community was sympathetic to the American cause, siding against the rest of the Iroquois Confederation.

In the realm of health and wellness, Vestal prioritizes the well-being of its residents. New York Sports Clubs (NYSC) with multiple locations across the city, NYSC provides a range of fitness programs, including group classes and personal training. Crunch Fitness offers a fun and inclusive atmosphere with a wide range of classes, from Zumba and yoga to strength training and HIIT workouts. Planet Fitness is known for its affordable memberships and no-frills approach to fitness, Planet Fitness has several locations in NYC. 24 Hour Fitness provides round-the-clock access to fitness facilities and a variety of workout options, including cardio, strength training, and group classes. Blink Fitness offers a clean and friendly environment with budget-friendly memberships and a focus on functional training. YMCA has multiple branches throughout NYC, offering fitness classes, swimming pools, and other recreational activities for all ages.

Top sites in Vestal, NY are Binghamton University, Vestal Museum, and Tanglewood Nature Center and Farm.

ZIP code: 13850. Area code is 607. Area: 52.2 sq mi. Elevation: 1,010 ft (308 m). Population: 29,110.

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What is Vestal, NY famous for?

The Town of Vestal is home to the nationally recognized Binghamton University, a part of the State University of New York. Numerous malls and plazas offer excellent shopping while Vestal's twenty parks and Rail Trail offer many recreational opportunities. Vestal is close to ski slopes for winter fun and New York's finger lakes for summer recreation.

What is the average income in Vestal, NY?

The average annual household income in Vestal is $109,889, while the median household income sits at $70,760 per year. This statistic provides insight into the income levels of typical households in Vestal, shedding light on disparities in earnings and socioeconomic status among residents. Understanding these income metrics is essential for policymakers, businesses, and community organizations to address economic challenges, promote financial stability, and improve opportunities for all residents in Vestal.

What is the poverty rate in Vestal, NY?

The median income for a household in the town was $51,098, and the median income for a family was $60,676. Males had a median income of $48,731 versus $29,035 for females. The per capita income for the town was $22,363. About 4.3% of families and 7.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.6% of those under age 18 and 5.1% of those age 65 or over.

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Binghamton University

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Vestal Museum

Tanglewood Nature Center and Farm

Town of Vestal

New York Sports Clubs (NYSC)

Crunch Fitness

Planet Fitness

24 Hour Fitness

Blink Fitness

YMCA
 

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