Median Income
$64,327
14% lower than US avg
Home Value
$214,200
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.4%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$541
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Adams Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population360
Median Age49.7 yrs
Density1,000/mi²
Male / Female29% / 71%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Economy
A
Median Income$64,327
Per Capita$29,501
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,552M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$214,200
Rent$541
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain17.2 in/yr
Elevation1,517 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.4%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 67% / D 30%
Commute25 min
Libraries12
Is Adams a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Adams receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. 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 $64,327, 14% below the national average of $75,149. 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.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Adams is $214,200, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $541 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Adams experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.2 inches, including 14.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Adams has a population of 360 with a density of 1,000 people per square mile. The median age is 49.7 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.2%), with 5.3% Hispanic.
Population
49.7yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.9% |
| 86% below US avg |
The median household income in Adams is $64,327, which is 14% below 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
| Median HH Income | $64,327 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,501 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,069 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,429 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,534 |
| County GDP | $4,552M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 174 |
| Healthcare | 178 |
| Retail | 235 |
| Manufacturing | 63 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,015 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.87% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.1 min |
| Work from Home | 9.0% |
The median home value in Adams is $214,200, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $541 (53% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $214,200 |
| 24% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $152 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.5% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $541 |
| 53% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,015 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.87% |
In Adams, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 18.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Adams vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.6% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.3% |
| Asthma | 12.5% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.4% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 70.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.3% |
| Premature Death | 8,639/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 178 |
Crime Rates: Adams vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Adams has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
35°F Jan (2°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 50.6°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 17.2 inches |
| 55% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 14.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,517 ft (462 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,000/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.7664°N, 118.5641°W |
| County FIPS | 41059 |