Median Income
$62,411
17% lower than US avg
Home Value
$188,400
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
29.3%
13% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$822
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.4%
73% lower than US avg
How Adams Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,730
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density1,193/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Economy
A
Median Income$62,411
Per Capita$34,089
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$8,276M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$188,400
Rent$822
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$207,854
Health
Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp45°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Elevation643 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+29.3%
High School+92.0%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute27 min
Libraries25
Is Adams a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Adams receives an overall livability score of 4.2 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 $62,411, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Adams is $188,400, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $822 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
29.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Adams has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Adams has a population of 1,730 with a density of 1,193 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.5%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 1.7% Black.
Population
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.0% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.0% |
| 85% below US avg |
The median household income in Adams is $62,411, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $62,411 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,089 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,068 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,822 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.4% |
| 73% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,950 |
| County GDP | $8,276M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 307 |
| Healthcare | 257 |
| Retail | 442 |
| Manufacturing | 63 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,803 |
| 94% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.61% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.4 min |
| Work from Home | 9.8% |
The median home value in Adams is $188,400, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $822 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $207,854.
Home Values
| Census Median | $188,400 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $207,854 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $822 |
| 29% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,803 |
| 94% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.61% |
In Adams, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Adams vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.5% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.7% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.2% |
| Depression | 22.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,378/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 62.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 257 |
Crime Rates: Adams vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
Safety Score
Adams has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-7°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 45.3°F |
| 16% below US avg |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.1 inches |
| 2% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 643 ft (196 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,193/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.8102°N, 76.0230°W |
| County FIPS | 36045 |