The Clarendon-Linden fault system is a major series of fault lines in western New York state, in the United States . It extends through Orleans, Genesee, Wyoming, and into Allegany counties and is responsible for much of the seismic activity in the region.
11-460: The system is named in part for the town of Clarendon, New York . This tectonics article is a stub . You can help Misplaced Pages by expanding it . This article about a specific United States geological feature is a stub . You can help Misplaced Pages by expanding it . Clarendon, New York Clarendon is a town in Orleans County , New York , United States. The population
22-440: A name derived from one of the first settlers, who arrived in 1810. Clarendon was once noted for its quarries and cement plants. In late 2006, a stone church was demolished, due to a disagreement between the current owner and the town board. This historical church was built circa 1830 and served the community until 1980 when the church's contents were sold off. shortly after it was turned into an antiques & book shop. The church
33-560: A prominent rise in the topography just west of Route 237. As of the census of 2000, there were 3,392 people, 1,230 households, and 928 families residing in the town. The population density was 96.3 inhabitants per square mile (37.2/km ). There were 1,331 housing units at an average density of 37.8 per square mile (14.6/km ). The racial makeup of the town was 96.46% White , 0.94% African American , 0.41% Native American , 0.50% Asian , 0.62% from other races , and 1.06% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.62% of
44-451: Is often difficult, since methodologies, definitions and data quality can vary greatly. Since the 1990s, the OECD has conducted regular surveys among its 38 member countries using a standardized methodology and set of questions. Per capita income is often used to measure a sector's average income and compare the wealth of different populations. Per capita income is also often used to measure
55-552: The National Register of Historic Places . According to the United States Census Bureau , the town has a total area of 35.2 square miles (91 km ), all land. The east town line is the border of Monroe County ( Town of Sweden ). The southern boundary is the border of Genesee County , ( Town of Byron ). The Clarendon-Linden fault system is named in part for Clarendon; the fault produces
66-405: The average family size was 3.15. In the town, the population was spread out, with 28.5% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 31.0% from 25 to 44, 24.6% from 45 to 64, and 9.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.4 males. The median income for a household in the town
77-500: The average income earned per person in a given area (city, region, country, etc.) in a specified year. In many countries, per capita income is determined using regular population surveys, such as the American Community Survey . This allows the calculation of per capita income for both the country as a whole and specific regions or demographic groups. However, comparing per capita income across different countries
88-408: The population. There were 1,230 households, out of which 36.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.3% were married couples living together, 8.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.5% were non-families. 18.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.76 and
99-531: Was $ 46,667, and the median income for a family was $ 52,064. Males had a median income of $ 34,432 versus $ 22,545 for females. The per capita income for the town was $ 18,553. About 2.6% of families and 8.1% of the population were below the poverty line , including 10.8% of those under age 18 and 1.9% of those age 65 or over. 43°11′36″N 78°03′53″W / 43.19333°N 78.06472°W / 43.19333; -78.06472 Per capita income Per capita income ( PCI ) or average income measures
110-422: Was 3,648 at the 2010 census. The name is derived from Clarendon , Vermont . The Town of Clarendon is in the southeast part of the county. New York State Route 31A and New York State Route 237 intersect in the town. The town was first settled circa 1811. The Town of Clarendon was created in 1820 from the town of Sweden , before Orleans County was established. It was originally known as "Farwell's Mills,"
121-537: Was a landmark for Clarendon for many years. The present owner of the property where the church once stood has retained the original bell which was manufactured in Troy, New York by the Meneely Bell Company. Sometime around 1990 the volunteer fire department, which at the time stood next to the church, burned almost to the ground. The Butterfield Cobblestone House and Clarendon Stone Store are listed on
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