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Adams, WI
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Adams, WI
At a Glance
How Adams Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Adams's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Adams a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Adams residents earn a median household income of $41,917 , which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,013. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5% (53% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 444 business establishments, including 61 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Adams is $101,200 , 64% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $193,104. Median rent is $701/month, with 24.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Safety & Crime
Adams reports 477 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 26% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,552/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
13.7% of adults in Adams hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below the national average). 88.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Adams has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 35.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.