Adams County, ND
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Adams County Overview
2,190
TOTAL POPULATION
1,123
MALE POPULATION
1,067
FEMALE POPULATION
105.25
MALES / 100 FEMALES
95.01
FEMALES / 100 MALES
46.9
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$35,830
PER CAPITA INCOME
$99,038
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$57,950
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
27.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
72.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,061
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
60.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
0.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Adams County Area Codes
Race in Adams County
The most populous races in Adams County are White / Caucasian (2,094 | 95.6%), Hispanic or Latino (83 | 3.8%), and Two or more Races (40 | 1.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 12 | 0.5% |
| Black / African American | 11 | 0.5% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 83 | 3.8% |
| Native / Alaskan | 26 | 1.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 2,094 | 95.6% |
| Two or more Races | 40 | 1.8% |
| Some other Race | 7 | 0.3% |
| Total | 2,190 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Adams County
The most populous ancestries reported in Adams County are German (1,030 | 47.0%), Norwegian (523 | 23.9%), Irish (150 | 6.9%), English (135 | 6.2%), and Scandinavian (103 | 4.7%), together accounting for 88.6% of all Adams County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| Aleut | 1 | 0.1% |
| American | 92 | 4.2% |
| British | 3 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 5 | 0.2% |
| Croatian | 3 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 101 | 4.6% |
| Danish | 36 | 1.6% |
| Dutch | 48 | 2.2% |
| English | 135 | 6.2% |
| European | 29 | 1.3% |
| Finnish | 18 | 0.8% |
| French | 21 | 1.0% |
| French Canadian | 4 | 0.2% |
| German | 1,030 | 47.0% |
| German Russian | 3 | 0.1% |
| Greek | 3 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 63 | 2.9% |
| Icelander | 4 | 0.2% |
| Irish | 150 | 6.9% |
| Italian | 21 | 1.0% |
| Korean | 6 | 0.3% |
| Mexican | 83 | 3.8% |
| Native Hawaiian | 9 | 0.4% |
| Norwegian | 523 | 23.9% |
| Polish | 55 | 2.5% |
| Russian | 84 | 3.8% |
| Scandinavian | 103 | 4.7% |
| Scotch-Irish | 7 | 0.3% |
| Scottish | 3 | 0.1% |
| Sioux | 9 | 0.4% |
| Swedish | 88 | 4.0% |
| Swiss | 5 | 0.2% |
| Ukrainian | 3 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 13 | 0.6% | View All 34 Rows |
Immigrants in Adams County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Adams County came from Central America (44 | 2.0%), Latin America (44 | 2.0%), Mexico (44 | 2.0%), Europe (12 | 0.5%), and Netherlands (12 | 0.5%), together accounting for 7.1% of all Adams County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Canada | 3 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 44 | 2.0% |
| Europe | 12 | 0.5% |
| Latin America | 44 | 2.0% |
| Mexico | 44 | 2.0% |
| Netherlands | 12 | 0.5% |
| Western Europe | 12 | 0.5% | View All 7 Rows |
Sex and Age in Adams County
Sex and Age in Adams County
The most populous age groups in Adams County are 60 to 64 Years (133 | 11.8%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (93 | 8.7%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 72 (6.4%) | 71 (6.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 72 (6.4%) | 70 (6.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 91 (8.1%) | 47 (4.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 64 (5.7%) | 64 (6.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 35 (3.1%) | 28 (2.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 30 (2.7%) | 39 (3.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 64 (5.7%) | 62 (5.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 88 (7.8%) | 53 (5.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 55 (4.9%) | 30 (2.8%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 33 (2.9%) | 51 (4.8%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 84 (7.5%) | 68 (6.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 41 (3.6%) | 56 (5.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 133 (11.8%) | 83 (7.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 77 (6.9%) | 93 (8.7%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 73 (6.5%) | 79 (7.4%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 29 (2.6%) | 78 (7.3%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 41 (3.6%) | 14 (1.3%) |
| 85 Years and over | 41 (3.6%) | 81 (7.6%) |
| Total | 1,123 (100.0%) | 1,067 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Adams County
Median Family Size in Adams County
The median family size in Adams County is 2.81 persons per family, with married-couple families (522 | 87.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.87 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (44 | 7.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.23 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 522 (87.0%) | 2.87 |
| Single Male/Father | 44 (7.3%) | 2.23 |
| Single Female/Mother | 34 (5.7%) | 2.62 |
| Total Families | 600 (100.0%) | 2.81 |
Median Household Size in Adams County
The median household size in Adams County is 2.11 persons per household, with married-couple households (522 | 52.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.87 persons per household. non-family households (397 | 39.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.05 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 522 (52.4%) | 2.87 |
| Single Male/Father | 44 (4.4%) | 2.23 |
| Single Female/Mother | 34 (3.4%) | 2.65 |
| Non-family | 397 (39.8%) | 1.05 |
| Total Households | 997 (100.0%) | 2.11 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Adams County
Out of a total of 997 households in Adams County, 600 (60.2%) are family households, while 397 (39.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 370, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 383.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 383 (38.4%) |
| 2-Person Households | 370 (37.1%) | 12 (1.2%) |
| 3-Person Households | 60 (6.0%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| 4-Person Households | 98 (9.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 59 (5.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 8 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 5 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 600 (60.2%) | 397 (39.8%) |
Female Fertility in Adams County
Fertility by Age in Adams County
Average fertility rate in Adams County is 124.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 264.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 80.9% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 34 (80.9%) | 264.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 8 (19.1%) | 55.0 |
| Total | 42 (100.0%) | 124.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Adams County
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 34 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 42 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Adams County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 3 (7.1%) | 38.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 25 (59.5%) | 223.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 14 (33.3%) | 187.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 42 (100.0%) | 124.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Adams County
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 25 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 42 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income in Adams County
Income Overview in Adams County
Per Capita Income in Adams County is $35,830, while median incomes of families and households are $99,038 and $57,950 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 2,190 | $35,830 |
| Median Family Income | 600 | $99,038 |
| Mean Family Income | 600 | $109,797 |
| Median Household Income | 997 | $57,950 |
| Mean Household Income | 997 | $79,096 |
| Income Deficit | 600 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 2,190 | 27.21% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 2,190 | 72.79¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 2,190 | 0.47 |
Earnings by Sex in Adams County
Average Earnings in Adams County are $42,690, $50,179 for men and $36,523 for women, a difference of 27.2%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 622 (55.4%) | $50,179 |
| Female | 501 (44.6%) | $36,523 |
| Total | 1,123 (100.0%) | $42,690 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Adams County
The most common earnings brackets in Adams County are $100,000+ for men (87 | 14.0%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (59 | 11.8%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 55 (8.8%) | 24 (4.8%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 25 (4.0%) | 9 (1.8%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 12 (1.9%) | 42 (8.4%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 11 (1.8%) | 17 (3.4%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 9 (1.5%) | 25 (5.0%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 15 (2.4%) | 21 (4.2%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 2 (0.3%) | 3 (0.6%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 11 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 3 (0.5%) | 14 (2.8%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 9 (1.5%) | 14 (2.8%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 31 (5.0%) | 45 (9.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 37 (5.9%) | 17 (3.4%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 18 (2.9%) | 59 (11.8%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 25 (4.0%) | 51 (10.2%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 47 (7.6%) | 28 (5.6%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 19 (3.0%) | 37 (7.4%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 77 (12.4%) | 31 (6.2%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 43 (6.9%) | 25 (5.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 86 (13.8%) | 15 (3.0%) |
| $100,000+ | 87 (14.0%) | 24 (4.8%) |
| Total | 622 (100.0%) | 501 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Adams County
Average earnings in Adams County are $57,353 for men and $39,398 for women, a difference of 31.3%. Men with an educational attainment of less than high school enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $83,261, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $45,250. Women with an educational attainment of less than high school earn the most with the average annual earnings of $48,333, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $36,579.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $83,261 | $48,333 |
| High School Diploma | $45,250 | $36,579 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $58,125 | $37,500 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $54,750 | $44,348 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $57,353 | $39,398 |
Family Income in Adams County
Family Income Brackets in Adams County
According to the Adams County family income data, there are 188 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 31.3% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 16 families (2.7%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 16 | 2.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 16 | 2.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 24 | 4.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 43 | 7.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 22 | 3.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 90 | 15.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 94 | 15.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 188 | 31.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 47 | 7.8% |
| $200,000+ | 60 | 10.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Adams County
5-person families (59 | 9.8%) account for the highest median family income in Adams County with $129,875 per family, while 2-person families (370 | 61.7%) have the highest median income of $47,857 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 370 (61.7%) | $95,714 |
| 3-Person Families | 62 (10.3%) | $108,889 |
| 4-Person Families | 96 (16.0%) | $83,587 |
| 5-Person Families | 59 (9.8%) | $129,875 |
| 6-Person Families | 8 (1.3%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 5 (0.8%) | $0 |
| Total | 600 (100.0%) | $99,038 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Adams County
The median family income in Adams County is $99,038, with families comprising 3+ earners (63) having the highest median family income of $129,063, while families with no earners (109) have the lowest median family income of $31,563, accounting for 10.5% and 18.2% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 109 (18.2%) | $31,563 |
| 1 Earner | 156 (26.0%) | $80,625 |
| 2 Earners | 272 (45.3%) | $120,735 |
| 3+ Earners | 63 (10.5%) | $129,063 |
| Total | 600 (100.0%) | $99,038 |
Household Income in Adams County
Household Income Brackets in Adams County
With 192 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Adams County, accounting for 19.3% of all households. In contrast, only 47 households (4.7%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 63 | 6.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 80 | 8.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 82 | 8.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 117 | 11.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 90 | 9.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 153 | 15.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 113 | 11.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 192 | 19.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 47 | 4.7% |
| $200,000+ | 60 | 6.0% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Adams County
The median household income in Adams County is $57,950, with the highest median household income of $83,696 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 244 households (24.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $30,469, with 49 households (4.9%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 49 (4.9%) | $30,469 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 244 (24.5%) | $83,696 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 352 (35.3%) | $64,000 |
| 65+ Years | 352 (35.3%) | $40,500 |
| Total | 997 (100.0%) | $57,950 |
Poverty in Adams County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Adams County
With 13.7% poverty level for males and 13.2% for females among the residents of Adams County, 55 to 64 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 67 males (39.2%) and 13 females (39.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 7 (9.7%) | 9 (12.7%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (33.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 12 (13.5%) | 6 (10.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 6 (9.2%) | 13 (39.4%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (22.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 13 (20.0%) | 6 (9.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 3 (3.2%) | 12 (11.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 29 (20.3%) | 10 (12.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2 (1.7%) | 5 (4.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 67 (39.2%) | 38 (27.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 9 (6.3%) | 4 (2.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (14.8%) |
| Total | 148 (13.7%) | 136 (13.2%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Adams County
According to the poverty statistics in Adams County, males aged 5 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 65 (90.3%) | 62 (87.3%) |
| 5 Years | 9 (100.0%) | 16 (66.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 77 (86.5%) | 54 (90.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 59 (90.8%) | 20 (60.6%) |
| 15 Years | 1 (100.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 33 (100.0%) | 14 (77.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 52 (80.0%) | 56 (90.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 91 (96.8%) | 89 (88.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 114 (79.7%) | 73 (87.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 115 (98.3%) | 114 (95.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 104 (60.8%) | 101 (72.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 133 (93.7%) | 164 (97.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 81 (100.0%) | 121 (85.2%) |
| Total | 934 (86.3%) | 896 (86.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Adams County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Adams County show that 7.9% or 41 of the total 522 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 5 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 4.1%, which includes 14 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 329 (95.9%) | 14 (4.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 114 (85.7%) | 19 (14.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 38 (92.7%) | 3 (7.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Total | 481 (92.1%) | 41 (7.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Adams County
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (8.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (5.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Adams County
The poverty data for Adams County shows that 41 of the married-couple family households (7.9%) and 2 of the single-parent households (2.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 household (4.8%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 14 (4.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 19 (14.3%) | 2 (4.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 3 (7.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 41 (7.9%) | 2 (2.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Adams County
Employment by Class of Employer in Adams County
Among the 1,030 employed individuals in Adams County, private company employees (459 | 44.6%), self-employed (not incorporated) (224 | 21.7%), and not-for-profit organizations (129 | 12.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 459 | 44.6% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 61 | 5.9% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 224 | 21.7% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 129 | 12.5% |
| Local Government Employees | 78 | 7.6% |
| State Government Employees | 37 | 3.6% |
| Federal Government Employees | 32 | 3.1% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 10 | 1.0% |
| Total | 1,030 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Adams County
According to the labor force statistics for Adams County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,754), 60.5% or 1,061 individuals are in the labor force, with 0.7% or 7 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 96.0% or 121 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 55 to 59 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 8.2% or 7 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 69 (60.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 53 (84.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 48 (69.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 121 (96.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 203 (89.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 207 (87.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 85 (87.6%) | 7 (8.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 135 (62.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 108 (33.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 32 (11.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,061 (60.5%) | 7 (0.7%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Adams County
According to labor force statistics for Adams County, 82.4% of individuals (799) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (970) are in the labor force, with 0.9% or 7 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 90.1% or 218 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 2.0% or 7 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 53 (71.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 184 (67.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 344 (89.8%) | 8 (2.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 218 (90.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 799 (82.4%) | 9 (0.9%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Adams County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Adams County are Management (241 | 22.9%), Community & Social Service (86 | 8.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (77 | 7.3%), Education Instruction & Library (55 | 5.2%), and Health Technologists (53 | 5.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Adams County, the most male-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Business & Financial (75.0%), and Management (66.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (81.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 159 (66.0%) | 82 (34.0%) |
| Business & Financial | 21 (75.0%) | 7 (25.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 1 (20.0%) | 4 (80.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 1 (33.3%) | 2 (66.7%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 34 (39.5%) | 52 (60.5%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 4 (21.0%) | 15 (78.9%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 24 (43.6%) | 31 (56.4%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 14 (18.2%) | 63 (81.8%) |
| Health Technologists | 14 (26.4%) | 39 (73.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 229 (52.4%) | 208 (47.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 588 (55.8%) | 466 (44.2%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Adams County are Food Preparation & Serving (62 | 5.9%), Healthcare Support (44 | 4.2%), Security & Protection (17 | 1.6%), Law Enforcement (13 | 1.2%), and Personal Care & Service (12 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Adams County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (85.7%), and Security & Protection (76.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 44 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 13 (76.5%) | 4 (23.5%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 37 (59.7%) | 25 (40.3%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 6 (85.7%) | 1 (14.3%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 56 (39.4%) | 86 (60.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 588 (55.8%) | 466 (44.2%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Adams County are Sales & Related (108 | 10.2%), and Office & Administration (106 | 10.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 52 (48.1%) | 56 (51.8%) |
| Office & Administration | 18 (17.0%) | 88 (83.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 70 (32.7%) | 144 (67.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 588 (55.8%) | 466 (44.2%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Adams County are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (87 | 8.3%), Construction & Extraction (75 | 7.1%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (43 | 4.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 68 (78.2%) | 19 (21.8%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 75 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 43 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 186 (90.7%) | 19 (9.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 588 (55.8%) | 466 (44.2%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Adams County are Transportation (22 | 2.1%), Production (17 | 1.6%), and Material Moving (17 | 1.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 12 (70.6%) | 5 (29.4%) |
| Transportation | 22 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 13 (76.5%) | 4 (23.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 47 (83.9%) | 9 (16.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 588 (55.8%) | 466 (44.2%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Adams County
Employment Industries in Adams County
The major employment industries in Adams County include Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (225 | 21.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (199 | 18.9%), Retail Trade (114 | 10.8%), Construction (96 | 9.1%), and Educational Services (69 | 6.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Adams County
The Adams County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (87.9%), and Professional & Scientific (73.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 179 (79.6%) | 46 (20.4%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 96 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 17 (70.8%) | 7 (29.2%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 33 (91.7%) | 3 (8.3%) |
| Retail Trade | 63 (55.3%) | 51 (44.7%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Utilities | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 20 (34.5%) | 38 (65.5%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 2 (50.0%) | 2 (50.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 10 (27.0%) | 27 (73.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 4 (57.1%) | 3 (42.9%) |
| Educational Services | 24 (34.8%) | 45 (65.2%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 24 (12.1%) | 175 (87.9%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 4 (36.4%) | 7 (63.6%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 40 (61.5%) | 25 (38.5%) |
| Public Administration | 26 (68.4%) | 12 (31.6%) |
| Total | 588 (55.8%) | 466 (44.2%) |
Education in Adams County
School Enrollment in Adams County
The most common levels of schooling among the 407 students in Adams County are middle school (118 | 29.0%), high school (110 | 27.0%), and elementary school (91 | 22.4%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 13 | 3.2% |
| Kindergarten | 37 | 9.1% |
| Elementary School | 91 | 22.4% |
| Middle School | 118 | 29.0% |
| High School | 110 | 27.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 31 | 7.6% |
| Graduate / Professional | 7 | 1.7% |
| Total | 407 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Adams County
Out of a total of 407 students who are enrolled in schools in Adams County, 11 (2.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 396 (97.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 7 (63.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 3 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 132 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 138 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 60 (93.8%) | 4 (6.2%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 44 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 4 (36.4%) | 7 (63.6%) |
| Total | 396 (97.3%) | 11 (2.7%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Adams County
Bio, nature & agricultural (93 | 25.2%), education (72 | 19.5%), science & technology (63 | 17.1%), business (51 | 13.8%), and social sciences (27 | 7.3%) are the most common fields of study among 369 individuals in Adams County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 10 | 2.7% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 93 | 25.2% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 11 | 3.0% |
| Psychology | 0 | 0.0% |
| Social Sciences | 27 | 7.3% |
| Engineering | 10 | 2.7% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 63 | 17.1% |
| Business | 51 | 13.8% |
| Education | 72 | 19.5% |
| Literature & Languages | 3 | 0.8% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 4 | 1.1% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 0 | 0.0% |
| Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 25 | 6.8% |
| Total | 369 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Adams County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Adams County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Adams County are males with 3 vehicles (200, accounting for 34.0%) and females with 3 vehicles (131, making up 45.4%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 12 (2.0%) | 3 (0.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 37 (6.3%) | 98 (22.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 145 (24.7%) | 72 (16.3%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 200 (34.0%) | 131 (29.7%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 122 (20.7%) | 82 (18.6%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 72 (12.2%) | 55 (12.5%) |
| Total | 588 (100.0%) | 441 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Adams County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Adams County are 5 to 9 minutes (250 commuters, 29.1%), less than 5 minutes (177 commuters, 20.6%), and 10 to 14 minutes (134 commuters, 15.6%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 177 | 20.6% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 250 | 29.1% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 134 | 15.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 81 | 9.4% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 66 | 7.7% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 18 | 2.1% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 44 | 5.1% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 6 | 0.7% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 26 | 3.0% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 44 | 5.1% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 12 | 1.4% |
Commute Time by Sex in Adams County
The most common commute times in Adams County are 5 to 9 minutes (114 commuters, 22.8%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (136 commuters, 38.1%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 109 (21.8%) | 68 (19.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 114 (22.8%) | 136 (38.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 68 (13.6%) | 66 (18.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 65 (13.0%) | 16 (4.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 38 (7.6%) | 28 (7.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 9 (1.8%) | 9 (2.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 35 (7.0%) | 9 (2.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 6 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 10 (2.0%) | 16 (4.5%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 37 (7.4%) | 7 (2.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 10 (2.0%) | 2 (0.6%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Adams County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Adams County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (100, 20.0%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (104, 29.1%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 6 (1.2%) | 12 (3.4%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 26 (5.2%) | 8 (2.2%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 23 (4.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 48 (9.6%) | 22 (6.2%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 80 (16.0%) | 41 (11.5%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 87 (17.4%) | 42 (11.8%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 100 (20.0%) | 104 (29.1%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 45 (9.0%) | 44 (12.3%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 32 (6.4%) | 21 (5.9%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 11 (2.2%) | 28 (7.8%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 9 (1.8%) | 6 (1.7%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (1.7%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 9 (1.8%) | 7 (2.0%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 25 (5.0%) | 16 (4.5%) |
| Total | 501 (100.0%) | 357 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Adams County
Occupancy by Ownership in Adams County
Of the total 997 dwellings in Adams County, owner-occupied units account for 734 (73.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 263 (26.4%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 734 | 73.6% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 263 | 26.4% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 997 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Adams County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 383 | 38.4% |
| 2-Person Household | 382 | 38.3% |
| 3-Person Household | 62 | 6.2% |
| 4+ Person Household | 170 | 17.1% |
| Total Housing Units | 997 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Adams County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 202 (52.7%) | 181 (47.3%) |
| 2-Person Household | 340 (89.0%) | 42 (11.0%) |
| 3-Person Household | 59 (95.2%) | 3 (4.8%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 133 (78.2%) | 37 (21.8%) |
| Total Housing Units | 734 (73.6%) | 263 (26.4%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Adams County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 38 (46.9%) | 43 (53.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 231 (65.6%) | 121 (34.4%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 244 (74.6%) | 83 (25.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 221 (93.2%) | 16 (6.8%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Adams County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 159 | 16.0% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 134 | 13.4% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 139 | 13.9% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 213 | 21.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 172 | 17.2% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 100 | 10.0% |
| 85 Years and Over | 80 | 8.0% |
| Total | 997 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Adams County
Median Income by Occupancy in Adams County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 734 (73.6%) | $76,000 |
| Renter-Occupied | 263 (26.4%) | $30,078 |
| Average | 997 (100.0%) | $57,950 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Adams County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 7 (0.9%) | 38 (14.4%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 16 (2.2%) | 2 (0.8%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 72 (9.8%) | 8 (3.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 10 (1.4%) | 32 (12.2%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 19 (2.6%) | 21 (8.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 71 (9.7%) | 46 (17.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 55 (7.5%) | 35 (13.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 115 (15.7%) | 38 (14.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 81 (11.0%) | 32 (12.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 181 (24.7%) | 11 (4.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 107 (14.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 734 (100.0%) | 263 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Adams County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 97 (13.2%) | 11 (4.2%) |
| $300 to $499 | 175 (23.8%) | 75 (28.5%) |
| $500 to $799 | 210 (28.6%) | 86 (32.7%) |
| $800 to $999 | 40 (5.4%) | 32 (12.2%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 122 (16.6%) | 17 (6.5%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 54 (7.4%) | 7 (2.7%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 16 (2.2%) | 13 (4.9%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 10 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 10 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 734 (100.0%) | 263 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Adams County
Housing Structures in Adams County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 739 | 74.1% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 22 | 2.2% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 9 | 0.9% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 7 | 0.7% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 51 | 5.1% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 93 | 9.3% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 76 | 7.6% |
| Total | 997 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Adams County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 631 (85.4%) | 108 (14.6%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 9 (40.9%) | 13 (59.1%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 51 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 12 (12.9%) | 81 (87.1%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 73 (96.1%) | 3 (4.0%) |
| Total | 734 (73.6%) | 263 (26.4%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Adams County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (9.9%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 3 (0.4%) | 19 (7.2%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 160 (21.8%) | 158 (60.1%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 217 (29.6%) | 28 (10.6%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 354 (48.2%) | 32 (12.2%) |
| Total | 734 (100.0%) | 263 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Adams County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 84 (11.4%) | 49 (18.6%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 336 (45.8%) | 62 (23.6%) |
| Electricity | 221 (30.1%) | 130 (49.4%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 39 (5.3%) | 18 (6.8%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 35 (4.8%) | 4 (1.5%) |
| No Fuel Used | 19 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 734 (100.0%) | 263 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Adams County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 36 (4.9%) | 35 (13.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 113 (15.4%) | 137 (52.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 198 (27.0%) | 53 (20.2%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 387 (52.7%) | 38 (14.4%) |
| Total | 734 (100.0%) | 263 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Adams County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Adams County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 516 | 218 |
| Median Property Value | $90,000 | $138,300 |
| Median Household Income | $57,125 | $51 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $486 | $10 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $885 | $9 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Adams County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 140 (27.1%) | 1 (0.5%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 155 (30.0%) | 31 (14.2%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 143 (27.7%) | 150 (68.8%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 52 (10.1%) | 26 (11.9%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 16 (3.1%) | 10 (4.6%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 3 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 7 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 516 (100.0%) | 218 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Adams County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 17 (3.3%) | 6 (2.8%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 98 (19.0%) | 6 (2.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 62 (12.0%) | 3 (1.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 42 (8.1%) | 9 (4.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 79 (15.3%) | 13 (6.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 40 (7.7%) | 36 (16.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 122 (23.6%) | 41 (18.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 56 (10.8%) | 59 (27.1%) |
| Total | 516 (100.0%) | 218 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Adams County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 305 (59.1%) | 105,833 (48,547.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 77 (14.9%) | 136 (62.4%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 46 (8.9%) | 40 (18.3%) |
| 4.0x or more | 81 (15.7%) | 21 (9.6%) |
| Total | 516 (100.0%) | 218 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Adams County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 202 (39.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 115 (22.3%) | 38 (17.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 116 (22.5%) | 90 (41.3%) |
| Total | 516 (100.0%) | 218 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Adams County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Adams County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 142 (80.7%) | 34 (19.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 331 (93.2%) | 24 (6.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 80 (84.2%) | 15 (15.8%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 111 (60.7%) | 72 (39.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 185 (81.9%) | 41 (18.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 221 (93.6%) | 15 (6.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 296 (95.5%) | 14 (4.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 310 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 223 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,899 (89.8%) | 215 (10.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Adams County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 142 (80.7%) | 34 (19.3%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 331 (93.2%) | 24 (6.8%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 80 (84.2%) | 15 (15.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Adams County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 267 (89.0%) | 33 (11.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 284 (90.2%) | 31 (9.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 305 (92.4%) | 25 (7.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 281 (86.5%) | 44 (13.5%) |
| $100,000 and over | 754 (90.2%) | 82 (9.8%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Adams County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 38 (21.6%) | 118 (67.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 27 (7.6%) | 310 (87.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 6 (6.3%) | 74 (77.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 7 (3.8%) | 104 (56.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 29 (12.8%) | 165 (73.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 16 (6.8%) | 215 (91.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 59 (19.0%) | 242 (78.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 277 (89.3%) | 195 (62.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 223 (100.0%) | 175 (78.5%) |
| Total | 682 (32.3%) | 1,598 (75.6%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Adams County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (1.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 13 (8.2%) | 11 (6.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 74 (17.2%) | 25 (7.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 23 (16.2%) | 38 (22.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 30 (37.0%) | 61 (43.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Adams County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (3.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 14 (3.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (8.5%) | 5 (3.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 10 (12.3%) | 40 (28.2%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 8 (5.0%) | 5 (3.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 16 (3.7%) | 6 (1.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 15 (18.5%) | 33 (23.2%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (1.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 5 (3.1%) | 6 (3.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 55 (12.8%) | 6 (1.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 8 (9.9%) | 28 (19.7%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 12 (2.8%) | 15 (4.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 23 (16.2%) | 35 (20.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 22 (27.2%) | 52 (36.6%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (3.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 6 (1.4%) | 3 (0.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (8.5%) | 2 (1.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 16 (19.8%) | 7 (4.9%) |
Technology Access in Adams County
Computing Device Access in Adams County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 698 | 70.0% |
| Smartphone | 764 | 76.6% |
| Tablet | 544 | 54.6% |
| No Computing Device | 116 | 11.6% |
| Total | 997 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Adams County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 738 | 74.0% |
| Cellular Data Only | 68 | 6.8% |
| Satellite Internet | 39 | 3.9% |
| No Internet | 184 | 18.5% |
| Total | 997 | 100.0% |
Adams County Summary
Adams County is located in the south-central region of North Dakota, and is bordered by Hettinger County to the north, Grant County to the east, Bowman County to the south, and Slope County to the west. The county seat is Hettinger, and the county was named after John Adams, the second president of the United States. As of the 2010 census, the population of Adams County was 2,343, making it the second least populous county in North Dakota.
Geography
Adams County is located in the Badlands region of North Dakota, and is characterized by rolling hills, grasslands, and badlands. The county is located in the Missouri Plateau, and is part of the Great Plains region. The county is drained by the Little Missouri River, which flows through the county from north to south. The county is also home to several small lakes, including Lake Tschida, Lake Ilo, and Lake Elsie.
The county has a total area of 1,845 square miles, of which 1,843 square miles is land and 2.2 square miles is water. The county is home to several state parks, including the Little Missouri State Park, the North Unit of the Theodore Roosevelt National Park, and the South Unit of the Theodore Roosevelt National Park.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 2,343 people, 945 households, and 645 families residing in the county. The population density was 1.3 people per square mile. There were 1,093 housing units at an average density of 0.6 per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 97.2% White, 0.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 0.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.
There were 945 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.2% were married couples living together, 6.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.3% were non-families. 28.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 3.02.
The median age in the county was 44.3 years. 24.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.3% were from 25 to 44; 30.2% were from 45 to 64; and 18.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the county was 50.2% male and 49.8% female.
Economy
The economy of Adams County is largely based on agriculture, with wheat, barley, and sunflowers being the primary crops. The county is also home to several oil and gas fields, and the county is home to several wind farms. The county is also home to several small businesses, including a few restaurants, a grocery store, and a few convenience stores.
The median income for a household in the county was $41,944, and the median income for a family was $50,000. Males had a median income of $35,000 versus $22,500 for females. The per capita income for the county was $19,945. About 8.2% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Adams County is served by the Adams County School District, which consists of two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The county is also home to several churches, including the United Methodist Church, the Lutheran Church, and the Catholic Church.
Adams County is served by several local media outlets, including the Adams County Record, the Hettinger County News, and the Adams County Radio. The county is also served by several local radio stations, including KNDK, KKND, and KQDJ.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Adams County?
Total Population of Adams County is 2,190.
What is the Total Male Population of Adams County?
Total Male Population of Adams County is 1,123.
What is the Total Female Population of Adams County?
Total Female Population of Adams County is 1,067.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Adams County?
There are 105.25 Males per 100 Females in Adams County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Adams County?
There are 95.01 Females per 100 Males in Adams County.
What is the Median Population Age in Adams County?
Median Population Age in Adams County is 46.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Adams County
Average Family Size in Adams County is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Adams County
Average Household Size in Adams County is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Adams County?
Per Capita income in Adams County is $35,830.
What is the Median Family Income in Adams County?
Median Family Income in Adams County is $99,038.
What is the Median Household income in Adams County?
Median Household Income in Adams County is $57,950.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Adams County?
Income or Wage Gap in Adams County is 27.2%.
Women in Adams County earn 72.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Adams County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Adams County is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Adams County?
There are 1,061 People in the Labor Forcein in Adams County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Adams County?
60.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Adams County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Adams County?
Unemployment Rate in Adams County is 0.7%.