Salamanca is a town located in Cattaraugus County, in the state of New York (NY), United States. Nestled in the Middle Atlantic division of the North-east region, it covers an area of 6.0 square miles (16.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 1392 ft. With a population of approximately 6,097 residents, Salamanca offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 46.97% males and 53.03% females, and it has a population density of 16.17 people per square mile (392.34/km²). Salamanca lies at a latitude of 42.16 and a longitude of -78.72, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (13.6%), German (25.6%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 14779.