New Scotland, New York
New Scotland: town in New York
About
New Scotland is a town located in the county of Albany in the U.S. state of New York. Its population at the 2010 census was 8,648 and a population density of 149 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 8,588 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about New Scotland
| Population | 8,588 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New York (United States) |
| County | Albany County |
| Phone Area Codes | 518 |
| Area | 57.97 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.6287,-73.9135 |
| Altitude | 666 feet / 203 meters |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 15:58:45 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 148 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -0.7% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 75℉ Showers And Thunderstorms Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
New Scotland is located at 42°37'43"N 73°54'48"W (42.6286900, -73.9134600).
New Scotland map
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Weather
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7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of New Scotland decreased by 0.7% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 8,648 | - | census |
| 2011 | 8,691 | 0.49% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 8,706 | 0.17% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 8,723 | 0.19% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 8,753 | 0.34% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 8,741 | -0.14% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 8,720 | -0.24% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 8,721 | 0.01% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 8,673 | -0.55% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 8,624 | -0.57% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 8,588 | -0.42% | estimation process |
People born in New Scotland (1)
United States Representative from New York Samuel Dickson was born in New Scotland
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to New Scotland, NY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 192785 | Maria College of Albany | Albany (NY) | 12208 |
Nearby Transit Stations (17)
Rail and bus stations connected to New Scotland, NY. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALB | Albany–Rensselaer | 525 East St. | RAIL |
| SDY | Schenectady | 332 Erie Blvd. | RAIL |
| HUD | Hudson | 69 South Front St. | RAIL |
| AMS | Amsterdam station | Railroad St. & West Main Ave. | RAIL |
| SAR | Saratoga Springs station | 26 Station Lane | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to New Scotland.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Voorheesvill Post Office | Voorheesville (NY) | 12186 |
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| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Albany | 95,429 | The capital of New York State. |
| Guilderland | 34,083 | Town in Albany County, New York, United States |
| West Albany | 22,000 | A hamlet in the town of Albany in Albany County, New York. |
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| Watervliet | 9,807 | City in New York, USA |
| Delmar | 8,195 | Town in Sussex County, Delaware, United States |
| Colonie | 7,564 | Town in Albany County, New York, United States |
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| Menands | 3,832 | Village in Albany County, New York, United States |
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| Green Island | 2,879 | Coterminous town-village in New York, United States of America |
| Voorheesville | 2,750 | City in Albany County, New York, United States of America |
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Distance to Other Cities
New Scotland distances to largest New York cities