The Town of Rotterdam is located in Southern Schenectady County, New York. Its population of approximately 28,400 enjoys a suburban life style. The Town is served by the Schalmont Central School District and the Rotterdam-Mohonasen Central School District . The Schenectady County Library has recently finished construction of a new facility in Rotterdam.
Protection is provided by a professional police department and eight volunteer fire departments.
Both Ellis Hospital and St. Clare's Hospital are nearby in the City of Schenectady. Rotterdam is within the 21st Congressional District and represented by the Hon. Hugh T. Farley, representing the 44th Senatorial District, is Rotterdam's New York State Senator.