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Amenia, New York Population, Hospitals, Airports, and Schools

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The current estimated population of Amenia is 4,400, with 49% male and 51% female. The population has remained stable, supported by tourism, agriculture, and small businesses.

City Facts

  • Year founded: 1762
  • County: Dutchess County
  • Land area: 43.4 square miles
  • Population density: 101 people per square mile
  • Area code: 845
  • Zip code: 12501

Geography and Location

Amenia is located in the Hudson Valley region of New York, in Dutchess County, near the Connecticut border. The town is known for its scenic landscapes, with rolling hills, farmland, and historic homes. Amenia is a popular destination for tourists looking for a quiet retreat from nearby metropolitan areas like New York City. The town is situated along New York State Route 22 and has a humid continental climate, with cold winters and warm summers.

Demographics

Median resident age: 40.2 years
Median household income: $39,231
Median house value: $127,700

Population by Race

Races in Amenia:

  • White Non-Hispanic (91.1%)
  • Hispanic (3.4%)
  • Black (2.9%)
  • Two or more races (1.8%)
  • American Indian (1.2%)
  • Other race (0.8%)

Ancestries: Irish (27.3%), German (13.2%), Italian (11.0%), United States (8.6%), English (8.6%), French (8.3%).

Elevation: 573 feet

Land area: 2.0 square miles

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Amenia

  • High school or higher: 72.8%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 14.4%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 8.3%
  • Unemployed: 2.2%
  • Mean travel time to work: 24.7 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Amenia town

  • Never married: 24.2%
  • Now married: 53.5%
  • Separated: 2.3%
  • Widowed: 10.7%
  • Divorced: 9.3%

5.1% Foreign born (3.2% Europe, 0.9% Asia, 0.5% North America).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Amenia:

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Amenia:

  • DUTCHESS COUNTY (about 28 miles; POUGHKEEPSIE, NY; Abbreviation: POU)
  • DANBURY MUNI (about 34 miles; DANBURY, CT; Abbreviation: DXR)
  • STEWART INT’L (about 45 miles; NEWBURGH, NY; Abbreviation: SWF)

Other public-use airports nearest to Amenia:

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Amenia:

  • VASSAR COLLEGE (about 15 miles; POUGHKEEPSIE, NY; Full-time enrollment: 2,374)
  • CULINARY INSTITUTE OF AMERICA (about 25 miles; HYDE PARK, NY; Full-time enrollment: 2,028)
  • MARIST COLLEGE (about 28 miles; POUGHKEEPSIE, NY; Full-time enrollment: 4,646)
  • DUTCHESS COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 28 miles; POUGHKEEPSIE, NY; Full-time enrollment: 4,112)
  • WESTERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY (about 33 miles; DANBURY, CT; Full-time enrollment: 4,297)
  • SUNY COLLEGE AT NEW PALTZ (about 38 miles; NEW PALTZ, NY; Full-time enrollment: 6,334)
  • UNIVERSITY OF BRIDGEPORT (about 40 miles; Bridgeport, CT; Full-time enrollment: 2,162)

Private high school in Amenia:

  • THE KILDONAN SCHOOL (Students: 133; Location: RR 1 BOX 294; Grades: 2 – 12)

Public primary/middle schools in Amenia:

  • WEBUTUCK MS HS (Students: 497; Location: 194 HAIGHT RD; Grades: 06 – 12)
  • WEBUTUCK ELEM SCH (Students: 200; Location: 175 HAIGHT RD; Grades: 03 – 05)
  • AMENIA ES (Students: 190; Location: 4988 ROUTE 22; Grades: KG – 02)

Private primary/middle school in Amenia:

  • MAPLEBROOK SCHOOL (Students: 80; Location: RR1 BOX 245A; Grades: UG – UG)

Libraries

Library in Amenia:

  • AMENIA FREE LIBRARY (Operating income: $56,838; Location: 3309 ROUTE 343; 10,298 books; 250 audio materials; 170 video materials; 35 serial subscriptions)

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