Old Forge, NY is a small community located in Herkimer County. It has a population of 638 and a population density of 326 people per square mile. This picturesque hamlet is known for being an outdoor recreational paradise with activities ranging from snowmobiling in the winter to fishing and boating on the many surrounding lakes in the summer. The town is also home to numerous businesses including craft breweries, restaurants, galleries, retail stores, and other services. In addition to these establishments there are several organizations that provide both educational opportunities and entertainment such as the local library, historical society, and movie theatre. Finally, Old Forge also offers local sporting events throughout the year including soccer leagues for kids and adults and pickleball tournaments. With so much to offer it's no wonder why Old Forge continues to be a popular destination for locals and visitors alike!
The population in Old Forge is 638. There are 357 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Old Forge is 56.2, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Old Forge is 1.6, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Old Forge
- 61.0% are married
- 6.2% are divorced
- 15.6% are married with children
- 0.0% have children, but are single
Race in Old Forge
- 87.8% are White
- 6.2% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 6.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander