Victor

Victor is a town in northwestern Ontario County, New York, extending across residential neighborhoods and commercial districts near Rochester. The community encompasses both established residential areas and business zones that characterize the local landscape.

Victor was founded in 1812 and named after Claudius Victor Boughton, forming from a portion of the Town of Bloomfield during New York's territorial growth. The town's early development marked the beginning of settlement in this region, which later accelerated significantly.

The Ganondagan State Historic Site here features a museum focused on Haudenosaunee heritage and the original Seneca settlement that once existed in this region. Visitors can see reconstructed traditional dwellings and learn about the people who lived on these lands long before the modern community took shape.

As a suburban area next to Rochester, visitors will find shops, restaurants, and services scattered throughout the town for convenient access. Daytime exploration works best when facilities are open and traffic flows more smoothly throughout the community.

Victor grew substantially as a suburban development starting in the late 20th century, attracting commuters seeking work throughout the region. The town's expansion reflects the spreading influence of the Rochester metropolitan area on the surrounding landscape.

Location: Ontario County

Elevation above the sea: 172 m

Website: http://victorny.org

GPS coordinates: 42.98000,-77.41000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:05