Schenectady, New York

Schenectady is a city located in Schenectady County, New York, United States, of which it is the county seat. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 61,821. The city also has the ZIP code 12345. The name "Schenectady" is derived from a Mohawk Indian word for "on that side of the pinery," or "near the pines," or "place beyond the pine plains."

Demographics

As of the census{{GR|2}} of 2000, there are 61,821 people, 26,265 households, and 14,051 families residing in the city. The population density is 2,199.9/km² (5,699.0/mi²). There are 30,272 housing units at an average density of 1,077.2/km² (2,790.6/mi²). The racial makeup of the city is 76.77% White, 14.77% African American, 0.36% Native American, 2.00% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, 2.52% from other races, and 3.53% from two or more races. 5.88% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.

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Census - 2000 - Population density - White - African American - Native American - Asian - Pacific Islander - Other races - Hispanic - Latino

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There are 26,265 households out of which 27.2% have children under the age of 18 living with them, 32.0% are married couples living together, 16.7% have a female householder with no husband present, and 46.5% are non-families. 38.6% of all households are made up of individuals and 13.8% have someone living alone who is 65 years of age or older. The average household size is 2.23 and the average family size is 2.98.

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In the city the population is spread out with 24.3% under the age of 18, 11.6% from 18 to 24, 29.7% from 25 to 44, 19.1% from 45 to 64, and 15.2% who are 65 years of age or older. The median age is 35 years. For every 100 females there are 91.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there are 87.4 males.

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The median income for a household in the city is $29,378, and the median income for a family is $36,458. Males have a median income of $30,869 versus $25,292 for females. The per capita income for the city is $17,076. 20.8% of the population and 16.8% of families are below the poverty line. Out of the total population, 30.5% of those under the age of 18 and 9.6% of those 65 and older are living below the poverty line.

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Per capita income - Poverty line

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In recent years, an influx of new residents of Guyanese origin, attracted in part by Schenectady's stock of large, inexpensive homes, has injected some new life into the city. The Guyanese, most of whom have relocated from New York City's outer boroughs, have been actively recruited by Schenectady officials and business leaders through efforts such as the GuyaneseOpportunities.com Web site.

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