Port Henry

Census-designated place in Essex County, New York

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Port Henry is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Essex County, New York, with 1,150 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 243 ft (74 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Witherbee, 4.4 miles NW.

About Port Henry

Port Henry is a hamlet (and census-designated place) in Essex County, New York, United States. The population was 1,194 at the 2010 census.

Port Henry lies on the eastern side of the town of Moriah and is approximately one hour's drive (52 miles or 84 km) south of Plattsburgh. It is 44 miles (71 km) by road south-southwest of Burlington, Vermont, 115 miles (185 km) north of Albany and 113 miles (182 km) south of Montreal, Quebec.

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Median household income
$45,706
Median home value
$174,100
Median rent
$803/mo
Median age
62.9
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Port Henry, NY population

Port Henry had 1,150 residents in the 2020 Census.

2020 Census1,150
Density827 per sq mi (319 per km²)

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.

Port Henry at a glance

StateNew York (NY)
CountyEssex County
TypeCensus-designated place
Population1,150 (2020)
Land area1.39 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Water area0.34 sq mi (0.88 km²)
Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Coordinates44.0454° N, 73.4613° W
ZIP code12974
Official websiteporthenrymoriah.com
Census code (GEOID)3659333

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.

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Frequently asked questions about Port Henry

What county is Port Henry in?

Port Henry is in Essex County, New York.

What is the population of Port Henry, NY?

1,150 people lived in Port Henry at the 2020 Census.

What is the ZIP code of Port Henry, NY?

The ZIP code of Port Henry is 12974.

What is the elevation of Port Henry?

243 feet (74 m) above sea level.

What towns are near Port Henry?

Witherbee (4.4 mi), Mineville (4.5 mi), Addison (6.5 mi), Bridport (7.8 mi), Panton (8.4 mi).

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