Moving to Antwerp, New York
The current estimated population of Antwerp is 1,900, with a gender distribution of 50% male and 50% female. The population has remained stable, reflecting the town’s role as a small rural community with a strong agricultural base.
City Facts
- Year founded: 1803
- County: Jefferson County
- Land area: 106 square miles
- Population density: 18 people per square mile
- Area code: 315
- Zip code: 13608
Geography and Location
Antwerp is located in northern New York, within Jefferson County, about 25 miles from the U.S.-Canada border. The town is situated in the Thousand Islands region, known for its beautiful lakes, rivers, and outdoor recreational opportunities. Antwerp’s landscape is characterized by forests, farmland, and waterways, including the Indian River and Black Lake. The town experiences a humid continental climate, with cold winters and warm summers, similar to other parts of upstate New York. Antwerp is primarily rural, with agriculture playing a key role in the local economy. The town is accessible via New York State Route 11, which runs through the center of the community, connecting it to nearby towns such as Gouverneur and Watertown. Despite its rural location, Antwerp provides residents with access to outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and hiking, making it an attractive place for those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle.
Demographics
Median resident age: 34.6 years
Median household income: $34,250
Median house value: $47,500
Population by Race
Races in Antwerp:
- White Non-Hispanic (97.0%)
- Hispanic (1.6%)
- Two or more races (0.8%)
Ancestries: English (15.6%), German (13.9%), Irish (13.2%), United States (12.9%), French (11.5%), French Canadian (6.7%).
Elevation: 545 feet
Land area: 1.0 square miles
Population by Education
For population 25 years and over in Antwerp
- High school or higher: 79.2%
- Bachelor’s degree or higher: 9.6%
- Graduate or professional degree: 4.1%
- Unemployed: 12.5%
- Mean travel time to work: 27.8 minutes
For population 15 years and over in Antwerp town
- Never married: 27.7%
- Now married: 55.0%
- Separated: 2.7%
- Widowed: 6.9%
- Divorced: 7.7%
0.6% Foreign born
Hospitals
Hospitals/medical centers near Antwerp:
- E J NOBLE-GOUVERNEUR (about 14 miles; GOUVERNEUR, NY)
- CARTHAGE AREA HOSPITAL (about 16 miles; CARTHAGE, NY)
- E J NOBLE-ALEXANDRIA BAY (about 24 miles; ALEXANDRIA BAY, NY)
Airports
Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Antwerp:
- WHEELER-SACK AAF (about 13 miles; FORT DRUM, NY; Abbreviation: GTB)
- WATERTOWN INTERNATIONAL (about 32 miles; WATERTOWN, NY; Abbreviation: ART)
- OGDENSBURG INTL (about 34 miles; OGDENSBURG, NY; Abbreviation: OGS)
Other public-use airports nearest to Antwerp:
- HENDRICKS FIELD (about 19 miles; GOUVERNEUR, NY; Abbreviation: 1K0)
- MAXSON AIRFIELD (about 21 miles; ALEXANDRIA BAY, NY; Abbreviation: 89N)
- MOORES (about 41 miles; DEGRASSE, NY; Abbreviation: 1E8)
Colleges and Universities
Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Antwerp:
- JEFFERSON COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 26 miles; WATERTOWN, NY; Full-time enrollment: 2,454)
- ST LAWRENCE UNIVERSITY (about 42 miles; CANTON, NY; Full-time enrollment: 2,010)
- CLARKSON UNIVERSITY (about 43 miles; POTSDAM, NY; Full-time enrollment: 2,832)
- SUNY COLLEGE AT POTSDAM (about 55 miles; POTSDAM, NY; Full-time enrollment: 3,885)
- SUNY COLLEGE AT OSWEGO (about 80 miles; OSWEGO, NY; Full-time enrollment: 7,138)
- MOHAWK VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE-UTICA BRANCH (about 81 miles; UTICA, NY; Full-time enrollment: 3,768)
- LE MOYNE COLLEGE (about 87 miles; SYRACUSE, NY; Full-time enrollment: 2,517)
Public primary/middle school in Antwerp:
- ANTWERP PRIMARY SCHOOL (Students: 154; Location: 10 ACADEMY ST; Grades: KG – 03)
Libraries
Library in Antwerp:
- CROSBY PUBLIC LIBRARY (Operating income: $21,103; Location: 59 MAIN STREET; 6,164 books; 15 audio materials; 26 video materials; 34 serial subscriptions)