Colton town, New York
Colton town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Colton town is a geographic entity located in St. Lawrence County, New York. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,483. The land area covers 241.70 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,483 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 50.5 yrs | ±7.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 633 | ±94 | 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 | 1,107 | ±117 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 633 | ±94 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 474 | ±87 |
| Median Home Value | $164,300 | ±$12,845 |
| Median Gross Rent | $475 | ±$261 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $69,156 | ±$6,809 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,092 | ±$4,790 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.3% | ±6.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 185 | ±93 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.9% | ±1.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 635 | ±126 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 77.3% | ±5.7% |
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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GUS Population: 1,491 (2024)
ID: 139395
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWN SUPERVISOR
94 MAIN ST, COLTON NY 13625-3203
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GUS Population: 106,198 (2024)
ID: 170433
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
48 COURT ST, CANTON NY 13617-1169
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Education
Listing 3 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | STAR LAKE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | STAR LAKE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | COLTON, 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 at Potsdam
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College | 21.8 mi away | 44 Pierrepont Ave, Potsdam, NY, 13676-2294 |
3152672000
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HEPBURN LIBRARY
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Library | 14.2 mi away | 84 MAIN STREET, COLTON, NY, 13625 |
(315) 262-2310
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Clarkson University
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College | 22.3 mi away | 8 Clarkson Ave, Potsdam, NY, 13699 |
3152686400
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CLIFTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 10.1 mi away | 7171 STATE HIGHWAY 3, CRANBERRY LAKE, NY, 12927 |
(315) 848-3256
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St Lawrence University
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College | 23.0 mi away | 23 Romoda Drive, Canton, NY, 13617 |
3152295011
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RUSSELL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.2 mi away | 24 PESTLE STREET, RUSSELL, NY, 13684 |
(315) 347-2115
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SUNY College of Technology at Canton
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College | 24.4 mi away | 34 Cornell Drive, Canton, NY, 13617-1098 |
3153867011
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TUPPER LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.9 mi away | 41 LAKE STREET, TUPPER LAKE, NY, 12986 |
(519) 359-9421
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HEPBURN LIBRARY OF HERMON
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Library | 21.6 mi away | 105 MAIN STREET, HERMON, NY, 13652 |
(315) 347-2285
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HEPBURN LIBRARY OF EDWARDS
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Library | 21.7 mi away | 205 MAIN STREET, EDWARDS, NY, 13635 |
(315) 562-3521
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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 WANAKENA RNGR SCHOOL, NY US, located 15.8 miles from Colton town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.1° | 4.6° | 16.9° | 3.05" | — |
| February | 31.2° | 5.3° | 18.2° | 2.50" | — |
| March | 39.9° | 13.3° | 26.6° | 2.83" | — |
| April | 53.7° | 30.0° | 41.8° | 3.18" | — |
| May | 67.1° | 41.4° | 54.3° | 3.67" | — |
| June | 75.7° | 50.4° | 63.1° | 4.15" | — |
| July | 79.3° | 54.9° | 67.1° | 4.69" | — |
| August | 77.8° | 53.9° | 65.8° | 3.72" | — |
| September | 71.1° | 46.4° | 58.8° | 4.30" | — |
| October | 57.3° | 35.6° | 46.4° | 4.49" | — |
| November | 45.0° | 24.7° | 34.8° | 3.59" | — |
| December | 33.5° | 14.2° | 23.8° | 2.95" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cranberry Lake CDP | CDP | 13.2 mi | — |
| Colton CDP | CDP | 15.1 mi | — |
| Star Lake CDP | CDP | 17.6 mi | — |
| Hannawa Falls CDP | CDP | 17.9 mi | — |
| Parishville CDP | CDP | 18.1 mi | — |
| Tupper Lake village | Village | 19.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3608917409. • 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.