Columbia County, county in New York, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 59,534 inhabitants. The county was created 239 years ago in 1786. Its county seat is Hudson.
There are 2 city/town in Columbia County, NY. The largest city of Columbia County is Hudson with a population of 6,017. Other cities include and Hillsdale population 1,813
Columbia County is located in eastern New York along the Hudson River. The county has a population of around 60,000 residents. Here are some highlights of the notable cities and towns in Columbia County:
Hudson
Hudson serves as the Columbia County seat and is located along the Hudson River. It has around 6,000 residents. Hudson has a thriving arts scene, boutique shops, restaurants, antique stores, and historic architecture in the Hudson Historic District.
Chatham
Chatham is a town south of Hudson with about 4,000 residents. It evolved as a small agrarian town and has several historic buildings like the Chatham Railroad Depot. The Crandell Theatre and Chatham Farmers Market draw visitors.
Kinderhook
Kinderhook is located northeast of Hudson and has around 2,000 residents. It was the birthplace of President Martin Van Buren. Historic attractions include the Lindenwald mansion, Van Buren grave site, and Dutch Colonial buildings.
Valatie
Valatie is a village southwest of Kinderhook with around 1,800 residents. It was an important milling center and Erie Canal port. Today it has antique shops, cafes, and natural scenery at Albert Family Park.
Philmont
Philmont is a village northwest of Hudson with around 1,500 residents. It originated as a 19th century mill town. Historic textile mills here now contain antique shops, galleries, and cafes.
Columbia County's scenic landscape along the Hudson provides small town charm and insights into New York history.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Columbia County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Hillsdale | Town in Columbia County, New York, United States | 1,813 |
Hudson | City in New York, USA | 6,017 |