Houghton, NY is a small town in the Finger Lakes region of New York State, with a population of 1,681. The town is known for its quaint charm and rural setting, located amongst rolling hills and picturesque lakes. It has a population density of 673 people per square mile compared to the US average of 93 people per square mile.
The town offers plenty to do all year-round, including outdoor activities such as camping, fishing, skiing, snowmobiling and horseback riding. There are also numerous local businesses to explore such as Walter’s Country Store and TasteNY at Houghton for unique souvenirs and locally-sourced products. Other organizations include the Houghton Historical Society which offers a glimpse into the history of the area as well as various programs throughout the year. Sports fans can enjoy watching local teams play everything from baseball to hockey at nearby arenas.
The population in Houghton is 1,681. There are 678 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Houghton is 20.5, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Houghton is 2.7, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Houghton
- 26.3% are married
- 1.9% are divorced
- 51.2% are married with children
- 0.0% have children, but are single
Race in Houghton
- 81.9% are White
- 6.3% are Black
- 6.7% are Asian
- 0.3% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 4.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.2% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander