Colchester town, New York
Colchester town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Colchester town is a geographic entity located in Delaware County, New York. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,745. The land area covers 136.79 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,745 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 49.2 yrs | ±7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 716 | ±110 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,471 | ±147 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 716 | ±110 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 755 | ±131 |
| Median Home Value | $240,500 | ±$80,221 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,155 | ±$332 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $67,222 | ±$14,724 |
| Per Capita Income | $39,837 | ±$6,976 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.2% | ±5.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 200 | ±103 |
| Unemployment Rate | 10% | ±9.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 777 | ±145 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.3% | ±5.1% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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TOWN OF COLCHESTER
GUS Population: 1,764 (2024)
ID: 109626
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: SUPERVISOR
PO BOX 321, DOWNSVILLE NY 13755-0321
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GUS Population: 44,191 (2024)
ID: 213195
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CHAIRMAN BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
111 MAIN ST, 3, DELHI NY 13753-1274
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Education
Listing 8 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | ANDES, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | DOWNSVILLE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | LIVINGSTON MANOR, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | LIVINGSTON MANOR, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | ROSCOE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | WALTON, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-12 | WALTON, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | WALTON, NY |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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SUNY College of Technology at Delhi
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College | 16.0 mi away | 454 Delhi Drive, Delhi, NY, 13753-1100 |
6077464000
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ROSCOE FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 7.7 mi away | 85 HIGHLAND AVE, ROSCOE, NY, 12776 |
(607) 498-5574
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Sullivan County Community College
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College | 24.1 mi away | 112 College Road, Loch Sheldrake, NY, 12759-5151 |
8454345750
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LIVINGSTON MANOR FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 92 MAIN STREET, LIVINGSTON MANOR, NY, 12758 |
(845) 439-5440
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WILLIAM B. OGDEN FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 42 GARDINER PLACE, WALTON, NY, 13856 |
(607) 865-5929
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ANDES PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 242 MAIN STREET, ANDES, NY, 13731 |
(845) 676-3333
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CANNON FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 16.3 mi away | 40 ELM STREET, DELHI, NY, 13753 |
(607) 746-2662
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FAIRVIEW PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 43 WALNUT STREET, MARGARETVILLE, NY, 12455 |
(845) 586-3791
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BOVINA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.7 mi away | 33 MAPLE AVENUE, BOVINA CENTER, NY, 13740 |
(607) 832-4884
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LOUISE ADELIA READ MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 17.8 mi away | 104 READ STREET, HANCOCK, NY, 13783 |
(607) 637-2519
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at WALTON 2, NY US, located 14.0 miles from Colchester town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.5° | 11.4° | 21.4° | 3.50" | — |
| February | 34.2° | 11.5° | 22.9° | 2.62" | — |
| March | 42.5° | 19.1° | 30.8° | 3.52" | — |
| April | 55.6° | 30.8° | 43.2° | 4.16" | — |
| May | 66.8° | 40.5° | 53.7° | 4.18" | — |
| June | 74.6° | 50.1° | 62.3° | 4.96" | — |
| July | 78.8° | 54.5° | 66.6° | 4.53" | — |
| August | 77.7° | 53.8° | 65.7° | 5.15" | — |
| September | 71.3° | 46.7° | 59.0° | 4.63" | — |
| October | 59.6° | 35.9° | 47.8° | 4.67" | — |
| November | 47.2° | 26.8° | 37.0° | 3.66" | — |
| December | 36.1° | 18.9° | 27.5° | 3.56" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downsville CDP | CDP | 3.8 mi | — |
| Roscoe CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
| Livingston Manor CDP | CDP | 12.5 mi | — |
| Walton village | Village | 12.8 mi | — |
| Andes CDP | CDP | 13.5 mi | — |
| Hankins CDP | CDP | 16.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3602516793. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.