Adams, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Adams is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 655. Residents earn $66,250 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
655 Population 274/sq mi density
$66,250 Median Income $46,031 per capita
$200,000 Home Value $441,614 Zillow
$1,100 Median Rent 21.9% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$66,250 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $1,100/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,250
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,100
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population655
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density274/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$66,250
Per Capita$46,031
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$9,433M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$1,100
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$441,614
Rent Burden21.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.0%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.5 in/yr
Elevation561 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+88.4%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
Commute21 min
Broadband88.2%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Adams a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Adams receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include 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 $66,250, 12% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Adams is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Adams enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Adams has a population of 655 with a density of 274 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.1%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 4.4% Black.

Population

655
Total Population
274
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Adams vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Adams vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Adams is $66,250, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Adams vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,250
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,031
Avg Weekly Wage$1,002
IRS Avg AGI$63,285

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,831
County GDP$9,433M

Business (County)

Restaurants458
Healthcare426
Retail580
Manufacturing74

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,495
0% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Drive Alone92.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Adams is $200,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,100 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $441,614.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$441,614

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,100
5% below US avg
Rent Burden21.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$882
1 Bedroom$924
2 Bedrooms$1,118
3 Bedrooms$1,445
4 Bedrooms$1,644

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,495
0% below US avg
Effective Rate1.75%
In Adams, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.0% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure34.5%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression30.0%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.4%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death10,082/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access71.5%
Healthcare Facilities426

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

Adams has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.5 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation561 ft (171 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density274/sq mi
Coordinates36.5828°N, 87.0651°W
County FIPS47125
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.4-point margin. 88.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.5%
D 40%

Winner: Republican by 18.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.8%
53% below US avg
High School+88.4%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density274/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.2%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities426
Restaurants458
Retail Stores580

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Drive Alone92.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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