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New York State Census Records Online

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This guide provides an overview of every New York state census, what kind of information can be found within each one, and where researchers can search New York state censuses online.

Why should all researchers be using both federal censuses and New York state censuses? These records often form the backbone of family history research.

Special Federal Census Schedules For New York State

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Most researchers are familiar with using the "Population Schedules" of federal censuses from 1850 - 1880 - these records are some of the most widely used of all genealogical sources.

But have you explored the "Special Schedules" of the 1850-1880 censuses? Many researchers overlook these collections even though they contain unique information of genealogical and historical value. 

The Special Schedules fall into four categories:

1855 New York State Census, Ward 17 (Manhattan)

The 1855 New York State census is especially useful to family historians for many reasons. This Knowledge Base article contains everything you need to know about this record set and how to use it successfully. We have digitized and indexed a previously unavailable portion of this census - Manhattan's Ward 17. This Ward was never even microfilmed, so the way to view these records other than visiting New York City is in the NYG&B eLibrary. 

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