Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
9K
Population
343 Mbps
Internet
America/Halifax
Timezone
OVERVIEW
Amherst is a city in Canada with a population of 9K. Internet speeds average 343 Mbps download. The city has 227 mapped points of interest.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Canada
Region
North America
Population
9K
Timezone
America/Halifax
Currency
CAD
Language
English
GPS
45.83, -64.20
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
343 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
A smaller city of 9,404 people in Canada
INFRASTRUCTURE
227 total POIs
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
10
Cafes
4
Bars
3
Fast Food
7
Shopping
Supermarkets
3
Convenience
6
Shopping Malls
5
Healthcare
Hospitals
1
Clinics
2
Pharmacies
2
Education
Schools
11
Universities
1
Libraries
1
Recreation
Parks
16
Playgrounds
3
Sports
5
Cinemas
1
Museums
2
Transport
Bus Stops
3
Train Stations
1
Fuel Stations
9
Services
Banks
5
ATMs
1
Post Offices
3
Police
2
Fire Stations
2
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
343 Mbps
Download
137 Mbps
Upload
14ms
Latency
514
Tests
166
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
EXTERNAL LINKS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Amherst known for?
Amherst is a city in Canada. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Amherst?
Amherst has an average download speed of 343 Mbps and upload speed of 137 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the population of Amherst?
The population of Amherst is approximately 9K.
What infrastructure does Amherst have?
Amherst has 227 mapped points of interest, including 10 restaurants, 1 hospitals, 11 schools.
What country is Amherst in?
Amherst is located in Canada.
