Charleston, New York
Charleston: town in Montgomery County, New York
About
Charleston is a town located in the county of Montgomery in the U.S. state of New York. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,373 and a population density of 32 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,318 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Charleston
| Population | 1,318 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New York (United States) |
| County | Montgomery County |
| Phone Area Codes | 518 |
| Area | 42.87 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.8459,-74.3412 |
| Altitude | 1,250 feet / 381 meters |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 20:37:41 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 31 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -4.17% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Charleston is located at 42°50'45"N 74°20'28"W (42.8459100, -74.3412400).
Charleston map
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Charleston decreased by 4.17% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,373 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,355 | -1.33% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,344 | -0.82% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,335 | -0.67% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,336 | 0.07% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,334 | -0.15% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,321 | -0.98% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,317 | -0.3% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,319 | 0.15% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,320 | 0.08% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,318 | -0.15% | estimation process |
People born in Charleston (3)
People born in Charleston, including politician Ira Harris, politician Henry R. Pierson, lawyer and politician Jonathan Bowman, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Charleston, NY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 191302 | Fulton-Montgomery Community College | Johnstown (NY) | 12095-3790 |
| 196033 | SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill | Cobleskill (NY) | 12043 |
| 195322 | Schenectady County Community College | Schenectady (NY) | 12305 |
| 484011 | Paul Mitchell the School-Schenectady | Schenectady (NY) | 12305-2303 |
| 196866 | Union College | Schenectady (NY) | 12308-2311 |
Nearby Transit Stations (12)
Rail and bus stations connected to Charleston, NY. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMS | Amsterdam station | Railroad St. & West Main Ave. | RAIL |
| SDY | Schenectady | 332 Erie Blvd. | RAIL |
| SAR | Saratoga Springs station | 26 Station Lane | RAIL |
| SRK | Saratoga Springs, NY | 267 Union Avenue | BUS |
| ALB | Albany–Rensselaer | 525 East St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Charleston.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Sloansvill Post Office | Sloansville (NY) | 12160 |
| Esperan Post Office | Esperance (NY) | 12066 |
| Fonda Post Office | Fonda (NY) | 12068 |
| Fultonvill Post Office | Fultonville (NY) | 12072 |
| Carlisl Post Office | Carlisle (NY) | 12031 |
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- Charleston, South Carolina The most populous city in South Carolina. with a population of 139,714 people.
- Charleston, West Virginia The capital of West Virginia. with a population of 45,879 people.
- Charleston, Illinois city in Illinois with a population of 20,034 people.
- Charleston, Missouri city in Missouri with a population of 5,015 people.
- Charleston, Pennsylvania township in Tioga County, Pennsylvania with a population of 3,390 people.
- Charleston, Arkansas city in Arkansas, USA with a population of 2,500 people.
- Charleston, Michigan township in Sanilac County, Michigan, United States with a population of 2,048 people.
- Charleston, Mississippi city in Tallahatchie County, Mississippi with a population of 1,882 people.
- Charleston, Maine human settlement in Penobscot County, Maine, United States of America with a population of 1,675 people.
- Charleston, Tennessee human settlement in Bradley County, Tennessee, United States of America with a population of 706 people.
- Charleston, Utah town in Wasatch County, Utah, United States with a population of 496 people.
- Charleston, Kansas human settlement in United States of America with a population of 74 people.
Other cities in Montgomery County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Montgomery County , NY.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Amsterdam | 17,711 | Town in Montgomery County, New York |
| Saint Johnsville | 2,514 | Mine in Montgomery County, New York, United States of America |
| Glen | 2,443 | Town in New York, USA |
| Fort Plain | 2,218 | City in Minden, New York, United States of America |
| Canajoharie | 2,126 | Town in New York, USA |
| Hagaman | 1,263 | City in Montgomery County, New York, United States of America |
| Fultonville | 780 | Human settlement in Montgomery County, New York, United States of America |
| Palatine Bridge | 754 | Village in Montgomery County, New York, United States |
| Fonda | 750 | Human settlement in Mohawk, New York, United States of America |
| Nelliston | 568 | Village in New York, USA |
| Fort Johnson | 463 | Village in New York, United States |
| Ames | 139 | Village in Montgomery County, New York, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Charleston distances to largest New York cities