Median Income
$82,917
10% higher than US avg
Home Value
$194,400
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.6%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$842
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.2%
34% lower than US avg
How Adams Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population513
Median Age33.4 yrs
Density869/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
A+
Median Income$82,917
Per Capita$35,709
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$253M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$194,400
Rent$842
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$387,567
Health
Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.3%
Heart Disease4.5%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain31.3 in/yr
Elevation1,246 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.6%
High School+94.0%
School Score5.82
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute30 min
Libraries2
Is Adams a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Adams receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. 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 $82,917, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Adams is $194,400, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $842 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Adams experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches, including 18.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Adams has a population of 513 with a density of 869 people per square mile. The median age is 33.4 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%), with 1.9% Black.
Population
33.4yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.6% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.4% |
| 90% below US avg |
The median household income in Adams is $82,917, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $82,917 |
| 10% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,709 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,043 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,430 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.3% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.2% |
| 34% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 131 |
| County GDP | $253M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Healthcare | 8 |
| Retail | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,650 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.36% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.4 min |
| Work from Home | 1.7% |
The median home value in Adams is $194,400, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $842 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $387,567.
Home Values
| Census Median | $194,400 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $387,567 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $165 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $842 |
| 28% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $711 |
| 1 Bedroom | $811 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $961 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,268 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,272 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,650 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.36% |
In Adams, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.3% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Adams vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.1% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.7% |
| Heart Disease | 4.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.2% |
| Asthma | 9.3% |
| COPD | 4.7% |
| Stroke | 2.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 25.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.0% |
| Depression | 18.3% |
| Mental Distress | 14.6% |
| Physical Distress | 10.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.7% |
| Premature Death | 7,995/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8 |
Crime Rates: Adams vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Adams has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 51.4°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 31.3 inches |
| 18% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 18.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,246 ft (380 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 869/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.4590°N, 96.5074°W |
| County FIPS | 31097 |