Reading, NY is a small rural town located in Schuyler County in the Finger Lakes region of New York State. With a population of 1,844 people and a population density of 60 people per square mile, Reading is an ideal destination for anyone looking to enjoy nature and embrace small-town life. The area is home to many local businesses such as the Welliver Family Store, Clute’s Produce Stand, and Reading Farmers Market. Year-round outdoor activities include camping, fishing, hiking trails and biking trails at nearby Watkins Glen State Park. Other local organizations are the Reading Community Library which offers a variety of cultural events throughout the year and the Reading Town Board which provides residents with updates on community news and events. The town also holds several annual sporting events such as the Red Jacket Marching Band Competition and The Battle at Reading golf tournament.
The population in Reading is 1,844. There are 68 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Reading is 46.9, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Reading is 2.4, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Reading
- 58.4% are married
- 9.7% are divorced
- 29.7% are married with children
- 4.3% have children, but are single
Race in Reading
- 87.0% are White
- 1.4% are Black
- 0.6% are Asian
- 0.3% are Native American
- 0.7% claim Other
- 7.4% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.5% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander