Adams, ND

North Dakota

Adams is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 150. Residents earn $65,250 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
150 Population 153/sq mi density
$65,250 Median Income $35,661 per capita
$60,000 Home Value
$705 Median Rent 14.5% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$65,250 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$60,000 home value, $705/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,250
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $60,000
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.6%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $705
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population150
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density153/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans99.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,250
Per Capita$35,661
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$589M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$60,000
Rent$705
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden14.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain20.2 in/yr
Elevation1,567 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.6%
High School+97.8%
School Score6.31

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute27 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries1

Is Adams a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Adams receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Adams offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Adams is $65,250, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Adams is $60,000, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $705 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Adams has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.2 inches, including 42.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Adams has a population of 150 with a density of 153 people per square mile. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%).

Population

150
Total Population
153
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40%
Female 60%

Race & Ethnicity

Adams vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.0%
15% above US avg
Spanish10.0%
25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Adams vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Adams is $65,250, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Adams vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,250
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,661
Avg Weekly Wage$1,095
IRS Avg AGI$114,473

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)173
County GDP$589M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare9
Retail21
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,750
7% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Adams is $60,000, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $705 (39% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$60,000
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$705
39% below US avg
Rent Burden14.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$697
1 Bedroom$702
2 Bedrooms$873
3 Bedrooms$1,214
4 Bedrooms$1,464

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,750
7% above US avg
Effective Rate6.25%
In Adams, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Checkup Rate73.9%
Premature Death5,632/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access67.1%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Adams has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average38.6°F
29% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.2 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall42.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,567 ft (478 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density153/sq mi
Coordinates48.4205°N, 98.0740°W
County FIPS38019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.1-point margin. 61.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.9%
D 24.8%

Winner: Republican by 49.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.6%
42% below US avg
High School+97.8%
School Test Score6.31
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density153/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants12
Retail Stores21

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Work from Home3.6%

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