Rodman is a part of the Watertown-Fort Drum metro area of New York. The town's is named after Daniel Rodman, a public official. The town's original name was Harrison. Residents of Jefferson County enjoy the County Fair held every July. One of the best places to visit is the Antique Boat Museum in nearby Clayton. One of the biggest schools here is Jefferson Community College. Some of the local businesses include Ramada Inn and Karts And More. One of the most famous people from Rodman is Frank W. Woolworth who founded a company that is now Foot Locker.