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%
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
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.8% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
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
| 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
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.0% |
| 68% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 4,831 |
| County GDP | $9,433M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 458 |
| Healthcare | 426 |
| Retail | 580 |
| Manufacturing | 74 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,495 |
| 0% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.75% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 92.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.3% |
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 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 Burden | 21.9% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,495 |
| 0% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.75% |
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
| Obesity | 35.7% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.5% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.2% |
| Depression | 30.0% |
| Mental Distress | 21.1% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 79.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.3% |
| Premature Death | 10,082/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 71.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 426 |
Crime Rates: Adams vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 59.2°F |
| 10% above US avg |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 53.5 inches |
| 41% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 561 ft (171 m) |
| Area | 2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 274/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.5828°N, 87.0651°W |
| County FIPS | 47125 |