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Ticonderoga, New York

Introduction to Ticonderoga, New York

Ticonderoga, New York, in Essex County, is 77 miles N of Schenectady, New York and 157 miles NW of Boston, Massachusetts. The town has a population of 5,167.

Ticonderoga History

French explorers first arrived in this area in the mid 17th century. Ticonderoga was the site of several historic battles during the French and Indian War and the American Revolution. Fort Ticonderoga served as a portage between George Lake and Champlain Lake. Ticonderoga was officially incorporated in 1804. The town was famous during the late 18th century for producing wood products like lead pencils and paper.

Ticonderoga and nearby Attractions

  • Bolton Historical Museum
  • Chimney Point Historic Site
  • Branbury State Park
  • Great Escape & Splash Water Kingdom
  • Fort Ticonderoga

Things To Do In Ticonderoga

The area around Lake George offers breathtaking views and is also suitable for a range of outdoor activities. Local museums include the Bolton Historical Museum, the Ticonderoga Heritage Museum and the Henry Sheldon Museum of Vermont History. The Great Escape & Splash Water Kingdom, located in close proximity to Lake George, is also a popular local destination. The La Chute River Walk includes a walking trail which highlights the river’s history and rich heritage.

Ticonderoga Transportation

Burlington International is the closest major airport.

Ticonderoga Higher Education

North Country Community College, Middlebury College, Adriondack Community College and Saint Michaels College are all accessible from Ticonderoga.

High Points

Ticonderoga strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New York):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. State)		Top 3%trophyTiconderoga Affordability of Property Taxes
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)		Top 8%Ticonderoga Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Ticonderoga, NY

Comparing Ticonderoga to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New York (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Age of the Population76
Senior Citizens77
Male Share of the Population66
Female Share of the Population55
Well-Paid Single Men43
Children Under 5 Years Old45
Racial Diversity11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size55
Portion of People Married54

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better43
Median Family Income43
People Above Poverty32
College Educated Adults32

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times910
Working at Home76
Public Transportation Use53
Walking and Biking to Work11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing1010
Affordability of Rents78
People Living Alone67
Affordability of Property Taxes610
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals55
Housing Recently Built14
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