Amsterdam

NY

Montgomery County, New York

Population 50K |Median income $64,943 |1 hospital

Population
49,528
Montgomery County
Median Income
$64,943
-4% vs avg
Median Home Value
$157,500
-31% vs avg
Median Age
40.3
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
50K-1%
Median Income
$64,943+47%
Median Home Value
$157,500+56%
Poverty Rate
14.6%-22%
Unemployment
4.7%-55%

Economics

Median Rent
$940/mo
Poverty Rate
14.6% +3% vs avg
Unemployment 4.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 22.9%
Work From Home 9.4%
Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 80.6%
African American 3.1%
Asian 0.9%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
42.3%
Obesity
38.8%
High Blood Pressure
35.3%
Physical Inactivity
27.7%
Binge Drinking
16.9%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.8%
Current Smoking
15.2%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.9%
Diabetes
11.5%
Current Asthma
11%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79.3%
Dental Visit 56.3%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.4%
Stroke
3.8%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
ST MARY'S HEALTHCARE
AMSTERDAM · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
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Alerts & News — Amsterdam Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Flood Warning Issued for Tioughnioga River at Cortland Through Wednesday Evening

NOAA · 12h ago
FDA Recalls

Olympus Recalls ShockPulse-SE Lithotripsy Systems Due to Mis-wired Components

FDA · 3d ago
FDA Recalls

Bader Enterprises, Inc. Recalls Premium Food Bubble Gum Over Undeclared Colors

FDA · 4d ago
FDA Recalls

Bader Enterprises Recalls Premium Food Jordan Almonds Over Undeclared Wheat and Colors

FDA · 4d ago
FDA Recalls high

Juniper Granola, LLC Recalls Junebar Snack Bars Due to Undeclared Milk and Soy

FDA · 4d ago
FDA Recalls high

Juniper Granola Recalls Junebar Chocolate Cherry Snack Bars Due to Undeclared Milk and Soy

FDA · 4d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Amsterdam, NY? ▼
Amsterdam, NY has a population of 49,528 people, located in Montgomery County, New York.
What is the median household income in Amsterdam? ▼
The median household income in Amsterdam, NY is $64,943 per year. The poverty rate is 14.6%.
What is the median home value in Amsterdam? ▼
The median home value in Amsterdam, NY is $157,500. Median rent is $940/month.
What are the top health concerns in Amsterdam? ▼
The top health indicators in Amsterdam include Short Sleep Duration (42.3%), Obesity (38.8%), High Blood Pressure (35.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Amsterdam? ▼
Amsterdam has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Amsterdam? ▼
The median age in Amsterdam, NY is 40.3 years. 22.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Amsterdam, NY is located in Montgomery County, New York. With a population of 50K and a median household income of $64,943, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Amsterdam area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Montgomery County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.