Adamsville, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Adamsville is a small town in Alabama with a population of 4,291. Residents earn $60,564 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
4,291 Population 164/sq mi density
$60,564 Median Income $28,676 per capita
$144,700 Home Value $139,547 Zillow
$1,312 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
677 Violent Crime/100K 8,420 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$60,564 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$144,700 home value, $1,312/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
677 violent crimes/100K (78% above avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,564
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $144,700
49% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 677/100K
78% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,312
13% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.3%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,291
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density164/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 41%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,564
Per Capita$28,676
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty16.3%
County GDP$65,539M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$144,700
Rent$1,312
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$139,547

Crime

F
Violent677/100K
Property8,420/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault429/100K
Burglary971/100K

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.6 in/yr
Elevation578 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+83.0%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 55%
Commute38 min
Libraries40

Is Adamsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Adamsville receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Adamsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Adamsville is $60,564, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 16.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Adamsville is $144,700, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,312 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 677 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 8,420 per 100,000, 330% above the national average.

Education

22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Adamsville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Adamsville has a population of 4,291 with a density of 164 people per square mile. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (56.7%), with 40.5% White.

Population

4,291
Total Population
164
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
26.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Adamsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Adamsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Adamsville is $60,564, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Adamsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,564
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,676
Avg Weekly Wage$1,376
IRS Avg AGI$92,287

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.3%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)22,923
County GDP$65,539M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,550
Healthcare1,895
Retail2,539
Manufacturing504

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,063
45% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.5 min
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Adamsville is $144,700, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,312 (13% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $139,547.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$144,700
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$139,547
Median List Price$149,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$149,900
$/Sq Ft$63
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio94.4%
Price Drops17.7%
Inventory17

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,312
13% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,063
45% above US avg
Effective Rate3.50%
In Adamsville, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure41.1%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity29.7%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Checkup Rate80.2%
Premature Death13,164/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access79.8%
Healthcare Facilities1,895
Adamsville has a violent crime rate of 677 per 100,000 residents, 78% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 8,420 per 100,000 (330% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent677.2/100K
78% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape112.9/100K
Robbery135.4/100K
Assault428.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property8,419.9/100K
330% above US avg
Burglary970.7/100K
Theft7,246.1/100K
Vehicle Theft203.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)94
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Adamsville has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.9°F
18% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.6 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall1.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation578 ft (176 m)
Area26.2 sq mi (67.9 km²)
Population Density164/sq mi
Coordinates33.6023°N, 86.9715°W
County FIPS01073
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.2%
D 54.6%

Winner: Democrat by 10.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.1%
34% below US avg
High School+83.0%
School Test Score4.40
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density164/sq mi
Total Area26.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries40
Healthcare Facilities1,895
Restaurants1,550
Retail Stores2,539

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)94
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.5 min
Work from Home3.8%

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