Adams Lake, IN

Indiana

Adams Lake is a small town in Indiana with a population of 284. Residents earn $91,591 per year, which is 22% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
284 Population 693/sq mi density
$91,591 Median Income $58,245 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$91,591 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,591
22% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population284
Median Age64.5 yrs
Density693/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans17.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,591
Per Capita$58,245
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,473M
Commute25 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Elevation953 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute25 min
Broadband95.5%
Libraries4

Is Adams Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Adams Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Adams Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Adams Lake is $91,591, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. 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 25 minutes.

Education

8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Adams Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Adams Lake has a population of 284 with a density of 693 people per square mile. The median age is 64.5 years, 66% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%), with 6.3% Hispanic.

Population

284
Total Population
693
People / sq mi
64.5yrs
Median Age
66% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Adams Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Adams Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Adams Lake is $91,591, which is 22% 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 25 minutes.

Income: Adams Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,591
22% above US avg
Per Capita Income$58,245
Avg Weekly Wage$1,025
IRS Avg AGI$73,522

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,037
County GDP$2,473M

Business (County)

Restaurants60
Healthcare53
Retail148
Manufacturing195

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,763
21% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.9%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,763
21% below US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Premature Death6,290/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access30.5%
Healthcare Facilities53

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Adams Lake has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.5 inches
1% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation953 ft (290 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density693/sq mi
Coordinates41.5500°N, 85.3295°W
County FIPS18087
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.8-point margin. 95.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.6%
D 20.8%

Winner: Republican by 56.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.7%
74% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density693/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.5%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants60
Retail Stores148

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.9%

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