Cities & Towns in Montgomery County, NY
Montgomery County, county in New York, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 49,170 inhabitants. The county was created 253 years ago in 1772. Its county seat is Fonda.
There are 2 city/town in Montgomery County, NY. The largest city of Montgomery County is Amsterdam with a population of 17,711. Other cities include and Ames population 139
Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Town in Montgomery County, New York
Ames
Ames, Village in Montgomery County, New York, United States
Montgomery County is located in central New York along the Mohawk River. The county seat is Fonda. Here are some details on Montgomery County's cities and towns:
Amsterdam
- With over 17,000 residents, Amsterdam is the largest city in Montgomery County
- Home to the Amsterdam Castle, a former armory building constructed in 1885
- Hosts events like the annual Amsterdam Summer Festival
Fonda
- County seat with around 700 residents, incorporated in 1828
- Site of the historic Fonda Speedway dirt track since 1953
- Home to the Montgomery County Courthouse and Fonda Museum
Canajoharie
- Village of around 2,300 residents located along the Erie Canal
- Known for its historic architecture and Beech-Nut baby food plant
- Home to the Arkell Museum and Canajoharie Library
Fort Plain
- Small village of around 2,000 residents founded in 1775
- Site of Revolutionary War battles with monuments and museums
- Hosts an annual Canal Days summer festival
St. Johnsville
- Rural village of around 1,700 residents first settled in 1770
- Home to the National Knockdown Horse Pulling Championships
- Includes Old St. John's Cemetery with graves dating to 1750
In summary, Montgomery County reveals the history and small town charm of New York's Mohawk Valley, with Amsterdam being the main population center.
All Montgomery County Cities (Aphebetical)
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Montgomery County.
| City Name | Title | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Ames | Village in Montgomery County, New York, United States | 139 |
| Amsterdam | Town in Montgomery County, New York | 17,711 |
