Schenectady County is a county located in the U.S. state of New York. As of the most recent data available, the county has a population of approximately 146,555 people, with a population density of about 711.43 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 206.00 square miles (534.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Schenectady, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Schenectady.
Geographically, Schenectady County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Duane Lake 920 ft and its lowest point at Mariaville Lake 0 ft. The region operates in the UTC-5.