Bethany, NY is a small town located in the Finger Lakes region of New York. With a population of 1,612 people and 47 people per square mile, it is a peaceful and welcoming community with plenty to do. Local businesses include Bethany Country Store, The Main Street Boutique & Deli, and Lari's Place Restaurant. Outdoor activities abound in the area with nearby lakeside trails for hiking or biking, swimming in one of the many beautiful Finger Lakes, and year-round boating available on any number of lakes. There are also a variety of organizations to join or volunteer at such as the local Historical Society or the Bethany Fire Department. Finally, those looking to catch some local sporting events can take advantage of amateur baseball games run by the Seneca County Amateur Baseball League.
The population in Bethany is 1,612. There are 45 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Bethany is 40.2, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Bethany is 2.4, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Bethany
- 63.2% are married
- 6.7% are divorced
- 32.2% are married with children
- 2.4% have children, but are single
Race in Bethany
- 89.2% are White
- 1.5% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.8% are Native American
- 0.9% claim Other
- 6.7% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.9% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander