Where is Amherst?
Amherst is a city in New York, United States. Its population is about 122,366 inhabitants. It is located near Toronto (94 km) and Mississauga (96 km).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Amherst located?
Amherst is a city in New York, United States, located at 42.9784°N, 78.7998°W.
Which country is Amherst in?
Amherst is in United States.
What is the population of Amherst?
The population of Amherst is approximately 122,366 inhabitants.
What region is Amherst in?
Amherst is located in the New York region of United States.
How far is Amherst from Washington?
Amherst is approximately 478 km from Washington, the capital of United States.
What time zone is Amherst in?
Amherst is in the America/New_York time zone.
What are the coordinates of Amherst?
The geographic coordinates of Amherst are 42.9784°N, 78.7998°W.
What cities are near Amherst?
Cities near Amherst include: Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Hamilton.
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