Amsterdam Population 2026
Amsterdam has a population of 18,008, making it the #2647 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New York. It is about 489× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,008
Rank in United States
#2647
Coordinates
42.94°N, 74.19°W
~110 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
509 km
316 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New York
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| New York City | 8,804,190 | #1 |
| Buffalo | 258,071 | #82 |
| Rochester | 209,802 | #112 |
| Yonkers | 201,116 | #122 |
| Syracuse | 144,142 | #193 |
| Amherst | 122,366 | #235 |
| Albany | 101,228 | #318 |
| West Albany | 93,794 | #358 |
Cities near Amsterdam
- Glenville29,326 people · ~11 km away
- Gloversville15,023 people · ~18 km away
- Rotterdam20,652 people · ~24 km away
- Schenectady65,305 people · ~25 km away
- Clifton Park36,705 people · ~35 km away
- Saratoga Springs27,765 people · ~37 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Amsterdam?
Amsterdam has a population of 18,008 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2647 biggest city in United States.
What state is Amsterdam in?
Amsterdam is located in New York, United States.
Is Amsterdam the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 509 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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