Rooted in Tradition, Embracing tomorrow

Welcome to DeRuyter

A Community Focused on the Good Life in Madison County, New York.

Town Government

Get to know your local representatives and stay up to date on what is happening right here in DeRyuter.
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Village Government

The little Village inside a Small Town. If we don’t see you at the Local Big M, you can catch up right here.
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Local History

Incorporated in 1833, our local recorded History starts around 1795 and stretches well into the future. Keep Learning More >>>

Around Town

Stay Connected and follow what is happening around our Town and Village. You may be surprised how busy our little hidden gem.
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Digital Forms

Let’s make this easy! Download and fill in some of our most regularly needed or requested forms. Call us with any questions.
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About DeRuyter

DeRuyter is located in the Heart of Central New York in the southwest corner of Madison County. The Village of DeRuyter is located approximately 20 miles northeast of Cortland and 30 miles southeast of Syracuse. The Town’s official 2010 census is 1,589 (558 in the Village), with the population swelling with seasonal lake residents during the summer months. DeRuyter Lake, which is approximately 2 miles long and 3/4’s mile wide at its widest point, is located 3 miles north of the Village.