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Town in New York, United States

1,043Population

38.2 sq miArea

1,371 ftElevation

Richford is a town in Tioga County, New York, United States. The population was 1,043 at the 2020 census. The town is named after Ezekial Rich, an early settler and benefactor of the town. The Town of Richford is the northernmost town in the county and is southeast of Ithaca. It is known as the birthplace of Oil titan, philanthropist, founder of the Standard Oil company, and the richest man in modern history, John D. Rockefeller, who was born in this town and returned to visit during the summer. The foundation of his childhood home is located adjacent to Rockefeller Road on land that is now part of Griggs Gulf State Forest. It is marked by a sign that designates the historical site.

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ZIP code13835

Area code607

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