Choose Country

Adams, IL

Illinois

Adams is a small town in Illinois with a population of 121. Residents earn $142,938 per year, which is 90% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
121 Population 54/sq mi density
$142,938 Median Income $60,967 per capita
$317,500 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$142,938 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$317,500 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
66.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $142,938
90% higher than US avg
Home Value $317,500
13% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 66.4%
97% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Adams Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population121
Median Age53.8 yrs
Density54/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans39.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$142,938
Per Capita$60,967
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,661M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$317,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units25
Rent Burden26.6%

Health

Obesity33.7%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking12.6%
Depression18.8%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation725 ft (221 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+66.4%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.98

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute24 min
Broadband66.0%
Libraries5

Is Adams a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Adams receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Adams stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Adams is $142,938, which is significantly higher than the national average — 90% above $75,149. This places Adams among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Adams is $317,500, 13% above the national median. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Adams is a highly educated community — 66.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Adams experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Adams has a population of 121 with a density of 54 people per square mile. The median age is 53.8 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

121
Total Population
54
People / sq mi
53.8yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Adams vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Adams vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Adams is $142,938, which is 90% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Adams vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$142,938
90% above US avg
Per Capita Income$60,967
Avg Weekly Wage$1,057
IRS Avg AGI$75,579

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,747
County GDP$4,661M

Business (County)

Restaurants161
Healthcare158
Retail252
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,297
80% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Adams is $317,500, 13% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$317,500
13% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$734
1 Bedroom$811
2 Bedrooms$1,064
3 Bedrooms$1,327
4 Bedrooms$1,500

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units25

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,297
80% above US avg
Effective Rate1.98%
In Adams, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% of residents lack health insurance. 12.6% are current smokers. 18.8% report depression. 18.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Adams vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma8.3%
COPD5.4%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.6%
10% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity18.8%
Depression18.8%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress10.2%
Short Sleep33.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Checkup Rate67.8%
Dental Visits57.8%
Premature Death8,699/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access77.5%
Healthcare Facilities158
Adams has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.4 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.4 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.1%
Unhealthy Days0

Geography

Elevation725 ft (221 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.8 km²)
Population Density54/sq mi
Coordinates39.8709°N, 91.1999°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 66.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (97% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.4-point margin. 66.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 25.6%

Winner: Republican by 47.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+66.4%
97% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.98
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density54/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access66.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities158
Restaurants161
Retail Stores252

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

Payson, IL 1,030 pop · 4.4 mi Kingston, IL 1,156 pop · 9.8 mi Quincy, IL 39,188 pop · 10.5 mi Camp Point, IL 1,197 pop · 13.5 mi Hannibal, MO 16,825 pop · 14.0 mi Barry, IL 1,442 pop · 14.6 mi Mendon, IL 1,131 pop · 15.8 mi Palmyra, MO 3,620 pop · 18.0 mi New London, MO 1,118 pop · 22.4 mi Mount Sterling, IL 1,949 pop · 24.4 mi Griggsville, IL 1,272 pop · 27.5 mi Pittsfield, IL 4,422 pop · 27.9 mi Louisiana, MO 3,231 pop · 30.2 mi Monroe City, MO 3,162 pop · 32.1 mi
Compare Adams with another city: