Saratoga County

Saratoga County is an administrative division in the Capital District of New York State, situated between the Adirondack Mountains to the north and the Hudson River to the east. The territory includes 19 towns, 2 cities, and 9 villages spread across roughly 844 square miles.

The Battle of Saratoga in 1777 proved a turning point in the American Revolutionary War and convinced France to support the colonial cause. The area developed into a popular destination during the 19th century due to its mineral springs and horse racing.

The name Saratoga comes from the Mohawk word Se-rach-ta-gue or Sarach-togue, sometimes translated as 'the water from the hillside spring'. Local mineral springs once drew visitors who believed the waters had healing properties.

Interstate 87, also known as the Adirondack Northway, runs through the territory from north to south and connects it to Albany in the south. State highways lead to smaller towns and villages across the area.

GlobalFoundries operates one of North America's largest semiconductor plants in Malta, manufacturing advanced microchips there. The facility produces components for computers, smartphones, and other electronic devices worldwide.

Location: New York

Inception: February 7, 1791

Capital city: Ballston Spa

Shares border with: Hamilton County, Warren County, Washington County, Rensselaer County, Albany County, Schenectady County, Fulton County, Montgomery County

Website: https://saratogacountyny.gov

GPS coordinates: 43.11000,-73.87000

Latest update: December 12, 2025 01:08