Adams, IN

Indiana

Adams is a small town in Indiana with a population of 105. Residents earn $63,068 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
105 Population 618/sq mi density
$63,068 Median Income $23,302 per capita
$81,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$63,068 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,600 home value
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,068
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,600
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.5%
57% higher than US avg

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

People

Population105
Median Age59.0 yrs
Density618/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans11.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,068
Per Capita$23,302
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty19.5%
County GDP$1,895M
Commute47 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Elevation886 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+91.4%
School Score6.30

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute47 min
Broadband50.0%
Libraries3

Is Adams a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Adams receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. 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 $63,068, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 19.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Adams is $81,600, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Adams experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches, including 16.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Adams has a population of 105 with a density of 618 people per square mile. The median age is 59.0 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

105
Total Population
618
People / sq mi
59.0yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59%
Female 41%

Race & Ethnicity

Adams vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.2%
12% above US avg
Spanish11.8%
12% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Adams vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Adams is $63,068, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Adams vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,068
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,302
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$63,563

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.5%
57% above US avg
Establishments (County)707
County GDP$1,895M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare69
Retail113
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,903
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.6 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Adams is $81,600, 71% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,600
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$695
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$956
3 Bedrooms$1,227
4 Bedrooms$1,266

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,903
17% below US avg
Effective Rate3.56%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death10,091/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access55.1%
Healthcare Facilities69

Crime Rates: Adams vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Adams has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.3 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall16.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation886 ft (270 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density618/sq mi
Coordinates39.3825°N, 85.5613°W
County FIPS18031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.5-point margin. 50.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%
D 19.9%

Winner: Republican by 58.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+91.4%
School Test Score6.30
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density618/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access50.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants57
Retail Stores113

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.6 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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