Canajoharie town, New York
Canajoharie town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Canajoharie town is a geographic entity located in Montgomery County, New York. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,649. The land area covers 42.60 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 3,649 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 33.2 yrs | ±5.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,168 | ±125 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,386 | ±128 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,168 | ±125 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 218 | ±79 |
| Median Home Value | $137,500 | ±$27,571 |
| Median Gross Rent | $870 | ±$45 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $78,281 | ±$16,716 |
| Per Capita Income | $27,997 | ±$4,094 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.6% | ±4.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 277 | ±173 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.6% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,590 | ±208 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.9% | ±10.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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TOWN OF CANAJOHARIE
GUS Population: 3,643 (2024)
ID: 170891
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: BOOKKEEPER
12 MITCHELL ST, CANAJOHARIE NY 13317-1225
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GUS Population: 49,648 (2024)
ID: 131195
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SENIOR PLANNER
PO BOX 1500, FONDA NY 12068-1500
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | LITTLE FALLS, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | GLOVERSVILLE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | CANAJOHARIE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CANAJOHARIE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | CHERRY VALLEY, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | RICHMONDVILLE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | CANAJOHARIE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | FONDA, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | FONDA, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | FONDA, NY |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill
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College | 14.6 mi away | State Route 7, Cobleskill, NY, 12043 |
5182555525
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CANAJOHARIE LIBRARY AND ART GALLERY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 2 ERIE BOULEVARD, CANAJOHARIE, NY, 13317 |
(518) 673-2314
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Fulton-Montgomery Community College
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College | 18.0 mi away | 2805 State Hwy 67, Johnstown, NY, 12095-3790 |
5187623622
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FORT PLAIN FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 4.6 mi away | 19 WILLETT STREET, FORT PLAIN, NY, 13339 |
(518) 993-4646
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Herkimer County BOCES-Practical Nursing Program
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College Vocational | 22.2 mi away | 420 East German Street, Herkimer, NY, 13350 |
3158672206
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SHARON SPRINGS FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 5.2 mi away | 129 MAIN STREET, SHARON SPRINGS, NY, 13459 |
(518) 284-3126
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Herkimer County Community College
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College | 23.0 mi away | 100 Reservoir Rd, Herkimer, NY, 13350-1598 |
3158660300
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CHERRY VALLEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 8.3 mi away | 61 MAIN STREET, CHERRY VALLEY, NY, 13320 |
(607) 264-8214
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MARGARET REANEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 9.6 mi away | 19 KINGSBURY AVENUE, ST. JOHNSVILLE, NY, 13452 |
(518) 568-7822
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SPRINGFIELD LIBRARY
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 129 COUNTY ROUTE 29A, SPRINGFIELD CENTER, NY, 13468 |
(315) 858-5802
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at COBLESKILL 2 ESE, NY US, located 16.2 miles from Canajoharie town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.5° | 11.6° | 21.1° | 2.45" | 13.7" |
| February | 32.7° | 12.9° | 22.8° | 2.15" | 10.7" |
| March | 40.9° | 20.5° | 30.7° | 3.08" | 12.4" |
| April | 54.5° | 32.5° | 43.5° | 3.36" | 1.5" |
| May | 66.6° | 44.2° | 55.4° | 3.66" | 0.0" |
| June | 75.0° | 53.6° | 64.3° | 4.24" | 0.0" |
| July | 79.5° | 58.3° | 68.9° | 4.15" | 0.0" |
| August | 77.9° | 56.5° | 67.2° | 4.26" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.2° | 48.6° | 59.9° | 3.59" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.5° | 38.1° | 48.3° | 3.93" | 0.4" |
| November | 46.4° | 28.5° | 37.4° | 2.75" | 1.7" |
| December | 35.8° | 19.5° | 27.7° | 3.07" | 13.1" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ames village | Village | 2.0 mi | — |
| Canajoharie village | Village | 3.3 mi | — |
| Palatine Bridge village | Village | 4.0 mi | — |
| Fort Plain village | Village | 4.7 mi | — |
| Nelliston village | Village | 4.7 mi | — |
| Sharon Springs village | Village | 5.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3605712122. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.