Amsterdam
City in Montgomery County, New York
Amsterdam is a city in Montgomery County, New York, with 18,219 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 361 ft (110 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Hagaman, 2.5 miles NE.
- 18,219residents (2020 Census)
- 361 ftelevation · 110 m
- 5.9 sq miland area · 15.2 km²
- 3,102 / sq mipopulation density
- 12010ZIP code
About Amsterdam
Amsterdam () is the largest and most populated city in Montgomery County, New York, United States. It is located approximately 35 miles northwest of Albany, the state capital. As of the 2020 census, the city had a population of 18,219. The city is named after Amsterdam in the Netherlands.
The city of Amsterdam is bordered on the northern and eastern sides by the town of Amsterdam. The city developed on both sides of the Mohawk River, with the majority located on the north bank. The Port Jackson area on the south side is also part of the city.
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Living in Amsterdam
- Median household income
- $56,178
- Median home value
- $137,900
- Median rent
- $1,006/mo
- Median age
- 39.5
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Amsterdam had 18,219 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 18,219 |
|---|---|
| Density | 3,102 per sq mi (1,198 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Amsterdam at a glance
| State | New York (NY) |
|---|---|
| County | Montgomery County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 18,219 (2020) |
| Land area | 5.87 sq mi (15.2 km²) |
| Water area | 0.39 sq mi (1.00 km²) |
| Elevation | 361 ft (110 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.9416° N, 74.1906° W |
| ZIP code | 12010 |
| Official website | amsterdamny.gov |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3602066 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Amsterdam
- Hagaman2.5 mi NE
- Fort Johnson2.6 mi NW
- Tribes Hill5.5 mi W
- Broadalbin7.9 mi N
- Mariaville Lake8.6 mi S
- Fultonville9.1 mi W
- Fonda9.3 mi W
- Galway9.6 mi NE
- Johnstown10.4 mi NW
- Gloversville10.8 mi NW
- Mayfield11.7 mi N
- Duanesburg12.7 mi S
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Amsterdam
What county is Amsterdam in?
Amsterdam is in Montgomery County, New York.
What is the population of Amsterdam, NY?
18,219 people lived in Amsterdam at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Amsterdam, NY?
The ZIP code of Amsterdam is 12010.
What is the elevation of Amsterdam?
361 feet (110 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Amsterdam?
Hagaman (2.5 mi), Fort Johnson (2.6 mi), Tribes Hill (5.5 mi), Broadalbin (7.9 mi), Mariaville Lake (8.6 mi).
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