Information on Amherst, Hampshire County
The Town of Amherst is located in the state of Massachusetts, in Hampshire County. Its area, population and other key information are listed below. |
Amherst Town HALL, Hampshire County
| Amherst Town Hall's address | Amherst Amherst Municipal Building 4 Boltwood Ave. Amherst MA 01002 United States | |
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| Phone number of Amherst Town Hall | +1 413-256-4035 | |
| Amherst, MA email | Loading... | |
| Amherst official website | amherstma.gov | |
| Mayor of Amherst | Stephanie O'Keeffe | |
| Hampshire County, Massachusetts: Vital Records | Amherst vital records | |
| Birth Certificate | Order your Massachusetts birth certificate online | |
Common questions about Amherst
What county is Amherst MA in?Amherst, MA is located in Hampshire County |
Where is Amherst, Massachusetts ?Amherst is in Hampshire County, western Massachusetts, USA. Located in the Pioneer Valley of the Connecticut River, it lies north of Springfield and east of Northampton. It is part of the Five College Consortium, close to the University of Massachusetts Amherst. |
What is the cost of living in Amherst MA ?The cost of living in Amherst, Massachusetts (Hampshire County) is relatively moderate. Housing costs average around $300,000 for a home, with rentals roughly $1,500 per month. Transportation expenses typically range from $100 to $200 monthly, while groceries cost about 5% above the national average, reflecting the town's academic and vibrant community. |
Amherst administrative division
| Country | United States |
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| Commonwealth | Massachusetts |
| County | Hampshire - other counties in Massachusetts |
Amherst building department, MA
If you're planning a construction or renovation project in Amherst, MA, you'll need to request the necessary permits to ensure your plans comply with local codes and regulations. To begin the process, visit the Building Department at the town's municipal offices, where staff can guide you through the application requirements. It's advisable to contact the office directly to get detailed information about application fees and estimated processing times, as these can vary depending on the scope and nature of your project. The staff is available to assist you in ensuring your project aligns with town regulations.
| Office | Amherst Inspection Services |
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| City | Amherst |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Address | 4 Boltwood Avenue, Amherst, MA 01002 |
| Phone | 413-259-3030 |
| Website | https://www.amherstma.gov/342/Inspections |
Demography of Amherst
| Name of Amherst inhabitants (demonym) | Not available | |||
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| Date | Current value | Classed by Region/Country | ||
| Population | 37 819 inhabitants | 41 / 908 | ||
| Population density in Amherst | 1 366,5 pop/sq mi (527,6 pop/km²) | |||
Amherst Town (MA) statistics
| Amherst MA Median household income | $63,000 |
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| Amherst MA Poverty rate | 8.5% |
| Amherst MA Unemployment rate | 3.2% |
| Amherst MA Educational attainment | 91.5% |
Air quality
| Amherst Air Quality Today | 11 (Good) |
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Events nearby
| Iron and Wine | 2025-07-21 at Pines Theater at Look Park | ||
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 | The Swell Season | 2025-07-25 at Pines Theater at Look Park | |
| Mary Chapin Carpenter w/ Brandy Clark | 2025-08-10 at Academy of Music Theatre - MA | ||
| Gary Clark Jr. | 2025-06-30 at Tree House Brewing Company - Deerfield | ||
| KALEO | 2025-09-08 at Tree House Brewing Company - Deerfield | ||
 | Yale in Holyoke, “Cancionero de luto” (Mourning Songbook) | 2025-06-14 at | |
| The Avett Brothers | 2025-09-20 at The Big E |
List of Passport Facilities in Amherst, MA
Where to apply for a passport in Amherst, MA? There are 2 passport offices in Amherst, try one of these:
| Name | Street | Phone number |
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| AMHERST POST OFFICE | 145 UNIVERSITY DRIVE | 4135490523 |
| AMHERST TOWN CLERK | 4 BOLTWOOD AVENUE | 4132593035 |
Top 3 most popular banks in Amherst
There are 9 bank branches in Amherst.
Greenfield Savings Bank is the most popular bank in Amherst with 2 branch offices, followed by Greenfield Co-operative Bank with 2 branch offices and then Bank of America, National Association with 1 branch offices.
Find below all bank branches in Amherst:
| Bank's name | Number of branch offices | Service Type |
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| Greenfield Savings Bank | 2 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Greenfield Co-operative Bank | 2 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Bank of America, National Association | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| People's United Bank, National Association | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| PeoplesBank | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Florence Bank | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| TD Bank, National Association | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
Amherst administrative numbers
| Amherst Town code | 2501325 |
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| Amherst Town postcode | 01002 (Another town has the same postcode) |
Toponymy and translation of Amherst
| Arabic: أميرست، ماساتشوستس | Japanese: アマースト | Korean: 애머스트 |
| Russian: Амхерст | Chinese: 阿默斯特 |
Transportation modes in Amherst
| Airport | Westover Metropolitan Airport 11.5 miles Barnes Municipal Airport 17.8 miles 18.4 miles |
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Amherst territory
| Amherst area | 27,68 sq mi (71,68 km²) |
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| Amherst altitude | 266 Altitude feet |
| Geographical coordinates | Latitude: 42.3635 Longitude: -72.5073 Latitude: 42° 21' 49'' North Longitude: 72° 30' 26'' West |
| Time zone | UTC -5:00 (America/New_York) Summer time : UTC -4:00 Winter time : UTC -5:00 |
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| Namesake of Amherst |
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| Natural parks | Amherst isn't part of a natural park |
What is Amherst close to?
Leaflet | Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
| Nearby cities include: Hadley, Pelham, Hatfield and Sunderland | ||
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| Hatfield | Pelham | Pelham |
| Hadley |  | Pelham |
| Hadley | Hadley | Belchertown |
| Hadley 3.2 miles | Pelham 4.9 miles | Hatfield 6 miles |
| Sunderland 7.4 miles | Leverett 7.4 miles | Shutesbury 7.9 miles |
| Belchertown 8 miles | Whately 8.1 miles | Granby 8.2 miles |
| South Hadley 8.3 miles | Northampton 8.9 miles | Easthampton 10.8 miles |
| New Salem 11.3 miles | Williamsburg 11.9 miles | Deerfield 12 miles |
| Ludlow 12.3 miles | Holyoke 12.6 miles | Ware 13.1 miles |
| Montague 13.4 miles | Chicopee 13.4 miles | Westhampton 14.3 miles |
Distance between Amherst and other main cities and towns
| Los Angeles : 2530 miles | Houston : 1540 miles | Philadelphia : 213 miles closest |
| Phoenix : 2221 miles | San Antonio : 1699 miles | San Diego : 2504 miles |
| Dallas : 1479 miles | San Jose : 2606 miles | Jacksonville : 975 miles |
| Indianapolis : 733 miles | San Francisco : 2656 miles | Austin : 1626 miles |
| Columbus : 569 miles | Fort Worth : 1507 miles | Charlotte : 668 miles |
| Distances are calculated as the crow flies | ||
Schools in Amherst, MA
Elementary schools in Amherst
Crocker Farm Elementary
District of AmherstLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 6
Students : 404
Fort River Elementary
District of AmherstLowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 335
Wildwood Elementary
District of AmherstLowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 409
Middle schools in Amherst
Amherst Regional Middle School
District of Amherst-PelhamLowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 8
Students : 432
High schools in Amherst
Amherst Regional High
District of Amherst-PelhamLowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 926
Private schools in Amherst
Amherst Montessori School
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 6Students : 99
The Common School
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 6Students : 113
Leisure and activities in Amherst surrounding area
| Zoo | |
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| Lupa Zoo to Ludlow 11.7 miles | |
| Golf course | |
| Amherst Golf Club | Hickory Ridge Country Club |
| Cherry Hill Golf Course | Westover Golf Club to Granby 7.3 miles |
| Pine Grove Golf Course to Northampton 9.6 miles | Mill Valley Country Club to Belchertown 9.9 miles |
| Northampton Country Club to Northampton 9.9 miles | Wyckoff Country Club to Holyoke 11.9 miles |
| Chicopee Country Club to Chicopee 12.7 miles | Holyoke Country Club to Holyoke 12.8 miles |
Other information on the Town of Amherst
| Nuclear power plant | Vermont Yankee Nuclear Power Plant 46 mile |
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