Amherst (CDP), New Hampshire

The Amherst (CDP), New Hampshire is a census-designated place (CDP) located within the town of Amherst in Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, United States. A CDP is a concentration of population defined by the United States Census Bureau for statistical purposes only. It is not a separate incorporated municipality.

The Amherst CDP encompasses the village center of Amherst. As it is a statistical area, its boundaries may not precisely match local perceptions of what constitutes "Amherst village" or "downtown Amherst."

According to the most recent census data, the Amherst CDP has a population significantly smaller than the overall population of the town of Amherst, as the CDP represents only the concentrated population center. Data regarding population size, demographics, and geographical area are readily available from the United States Census Bureau.

The CDP is part of the Nashua, NH Metropolitan Statistical Area. The local government responsible for the CDP is the town of Amherst. Services provided to residents of the CDP are generally the same as those provided to all residents of the town.