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The Last average estimated I heard, was are around 300,000 members and growing.
But because of centuries of intermarrying, there is the compounding factor of genetic diseases, which some theorize will cause a collapse of Amish people in near generations to come.
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Which regions of the world have a significant population of Amish people?
In the US, the state of Ohio has the largest Amish community with around 55,000, followed by Pennsylvania (centered mostly in Lancaster county) with about 51,000. In third place is Indiana, which has roughly 38,000 Amish people. The Canadian province of Ontario has a sizable Amish population as well.
How many old order Amish live in Pennsylvania?
Between 16,000 to 18,000 Old Order Amish live in Pennsylvania in Lancaster county. This area of the state is known as Pennsylvania Dutch Country.
What is the Amish crime rate?
Most crimes are not reported, it imposable to even give a estimate, or even give a good guess! Because the Amish do not have as many legal and illegal vices, I believe from some of my own limited few experience with them, there are less minor misdemeanor crimes. But from what I have heard as rumors, and the fact that there is no serous punishment for serous and repeat offenses, I can only assume as much or more serous felony crimes occur that elders cover up. The Amish have a very high rate of child farm accidents, there has always been a debate whether these Amish parents, should be held more responsible which they are not by their Amish community or elders.
How many Amish live in North America?
261,150 including children and adults according to the Young Center for Anabaptist and Pietist Studies in 2011.v
Are the grunge movement and the Amish community examples of a subculture?
subculture
Are there lots of Amish people in Shipshewana?
Yes, there are there of many Amish people.
How many miles from Amish to Washington?
There are no Amish in washington state as of 2012.
What are Amish rules about communicating with the non-Amish?
They can talk with the "English" (non-Amish) all they want.
Who is the world's best student?
Amish gupta
Can an Amish women breastfeed her baby?
Yes, Amish women typically breastfeed their babies. Breastfeeding is often viewed as a natural and important part of motherhood within the Amish community.
How do you become Amish as an adult?
You don't. The closest to Amish would be Mennonites. There are many of Mennonites that have different beliefs. Again You have to be Born Amish to be Amish. They do have good food and know how to save a buck.
What are the release dates for Breaking Amish Brave New World - 2013?
Breaking Amish Brave New World - 2013 was released on: USA: 12 May 2013
Where can one go to purchase Amish furniture?
Amish furniture can be bought from any of the numerous stores located around the world. It is not hard to find Amish furniture, just look in you local phone directory for local Amish furniture retailers.
Where did many Amish and Mennonites settle in Ohio?
Many original Amish settlers settled in Pennsylvania over a century ago, thus many Amish communities and districts are still in Pennsylvania today. However, there are also many Amish communities in Indiana and Ohio.
Where can you buy top quality Amish dining room chairs?
Amish dining room chairs can be bought right from the Amish! The Amish usually have shops that they sell their own hand made furniture. Many times these shops are located near Amish communities.
Do Amish people wear hollister?
Many old and new order Amish youth wear Hollister.
Where can I buy some Amish furniture?
Many stores, online stores, and retailers sell Amish furniture. Online Amish Furniture and Simply Amish are two big sites that are dedicated to selling Amish furniture to customers, and are two great spots to begin searching.
