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Welcome to Rensselaer County, a place to build a business, put down roots and enjoy a great quality of life. Located in the heart of New York's Capital Region-an area JP Morgan consistently cites as one of the fastest expanding metros in the state-Rensselaer County is energized by its dynamic nature. As one of New York's earliest counties, Rensselaer County has a population of approximately 155,300 residing over 665 square miles. Our diversity speaks for itself: entrepreneurs and corporate executives, small businesses, global companies, and world-class educational institutions. With easy proximity to Albany, Schenectady, Saratoga, New York City, Boston, Philadelphia, Hartford, Montreal and more, Rensselaer County is connected to everywhere you want to go.