Adams County, MS
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Adams County Overview
29,425
TOTAL POPULATION
13,867
MALE POPULATION
15,558
FEMALE POPULATION
89.13
MALES / 100 FEMALES
112.19
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$22,924
PER CAPITA INCOME
$50,903
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$37,271
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
20.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
79.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$13,122
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.51
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
11,060
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
46.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Adams County
The most populous races in Adams County are Black / African American (15,707 | 53.4%), White / Caucasian (11,452 | 38.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (2,051 | 7.0%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 264 | 0.9% |
| Black / African American | 15,707 | 53.4% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2,051 | 7.0% |
| Native / Alaskan | 57 | 0.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 11,452 | 38.9% |
| Two or more Races | 719 | 2.4% |
| Some other Race | 1,226 | 4.2% |
| Total | 29,425 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Adams County
The most populous ancestries reported in Adams County are Irish (1,545 | 5.2%), English (1,351 | 4.6%), American (1,211 | 4.1%), Mexican (823 | 2.8%), and Central American (755 | 2.6%), together accounting for 19.3% of all Adams County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 183 | 0.6% |
| American | 1,211 | 4.1% |
| Arab | 14 | 0.1% |
| Arapaho | 7 | 0.0% |
| Argentinean | 63 | 0.2% |
| Basque | 19 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 57 | 0.2% |
| British | 133 | 0.4% |
| Cajun | 59 | 0.2% |
| Central American | 755 | 2.6% |
| Cherokee | 68 | 0.2% |
| Cheyenne | 10 | 0.0% |
| Choctaw | 10 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 35 | 0.1% |
| Costa Rican | 104 | 0.4% |
| Crow | 10 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 16 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 10 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 11 | 0.0% |
| Dominican | 67 | 0.2% |
| Dutch | 70 | 0.2% |
| English | 1,351 | 4.6% |
| European | 242 | 0.8% |
| Finnish | 10 | 0.0% |
| French | 513 | 1.7% |
| French Canadian | 45 | 0.2% |
| German | 606 | 2.1% |
| Guatemalan | 604 | 2.1% |
| Haitian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Honduran | 7 | 0.0% |
| Indian (Asian) | 207 | 0.7% |
| Irish | 1,545 | 5.2% |
| Italian | 344 | 1.2% |
| Jamaican | 22 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 9 | 0.0% |
| Lebanese | 5 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 823 | 2.8% |
| Nicaraguan | 10 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 35 | 0.1% |
| Palestinian | 9 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 10 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 72 | 0.2% |
| Russian | 17 | 0.1% |
| Salvadoran | 27 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 212 | 0.7% |
| Scottish | 158 | 0.5% |
| Slavic | 16 | 0.1% |
| South American | 98 | 0.3% |
| Sri Lankan | 158 | 0.5% |
| Subsaharan African | 183 | 0.6% |
| Swedish | 32 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 73 | 0.3% | View All 52 Rows |
Immigrants in Adams County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Adams County came from Latin America (1,073 | 3.6%), Central America (834 | 2.8%), Mexico (626 | 2.1%), Asia (249 | 0.9%), and Africa (199 | 0.7%), together accounting for 10.1% of all Adams County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 199 | 0.7% |
| Asia | 249 | 0.9% |
| Bangladesh | 8 | 0.0% |
| Brazil | 9 | 0.0% |
| Cameroon | 21 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 186 | 0.6% |
| Central America | 834 | 2.8% |
| China | 2 | 0.0% |
| Cuba | 88 | 0.3% |
| Denmark | 8 | 0.0% |
| Dominican Republic | 76 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Africa | 53 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 7 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Europe | 29 | 0.1% |
| Ecuador | 9 | 0.0% |
| El Salvador | 27 | 0.1% |
| Eritrea | 27 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 55 | 0.2% |
| Ghana | 53 | 0.2% |
| Guatemala | 112 | 0.4% |
| Haiti | 10 | 0.0% |
| Honduras | 50 | 0.2% |
| India | 33 | 0.1% |
| Jamaica | 12 | 0.0% |
| Japan | 5 | 0.0% |
| Jordan | 9 | 0.0% |
| Laos | 45 | 0.2% |
| Latin America | 1,073 | 3.6% |
| Liberia | 6 | 0.0% |
| Malaysia | 10 | 0.0% |
| Mexico | 626 | 2.1% |
| Middle Africa | 39 | 0.1% |
| Moldova | 12 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 25 | 0.1% |
| Panama | 19 | 0.1% |
| Russia | 17 | 0.1% |
| Somalia | 26 | 0.1% |
| South America | 53 | 0.2% |
| South Central Asia | 41 | 0.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 192 | 0.6% |
| Southern Europe | 1 | 0.0% |
| Spain | 1 | 0.0% |
| Thailand | 136 | 0.5% |
| Venezuela | 35 | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | 1 | 0.0% |
| Western Africa | 107 | 0.4% |
| Western Asia | 9 | 0.0% | View All 47 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 (1,205 | 8.7%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (1,463 | 9.4%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 807 (5.8%) | 1,048 (6.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 645 (4.6%) | 1,103 (7.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 986 (7.1%) | 699 (4.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 894 (6.5%) | 1,071 (6.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,000 (7.2%) | 870 (5.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 801 (5.8%) | 1,054 (6.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 852 (6.1%) | 773 (5.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 899 (6.5%) | 724 (4.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 931 (6.7%) | 781 (5.0%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 730 (5.3%) | 825 (5.3%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 758 (5.5%) | 930 (6.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 839 (6.0%) | 766 (4.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,205 (8.7%) | 1,463 (9.4%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 885 (6.4%) | 1,115 (7.2%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 749 (5.4%) | 798 (5.1%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 439 (3.2%) | 510 (3.3%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 217 (1.6%) | 629 (4.0%) |
| 85 Years and over | 230 (1.7%) | 399 (2.6%) |
| Total | 13,867 (100.0%) | 15,558 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Adams County
Median Family Size in Adams County
The median family size in Adams County is 3.15 persons per family, with single male/father families (405 | 5.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.04 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (4,142 | 60.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.02 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,142 (60.8%) | 3.02 |
| Single Male/Father | 405 (5.9%) | 4.04 |
| Single Female/Mother | 2,263 (33.2%) | 3.24 |
| Total Families | 6,810 (100.0%) | 3.15 |
Median Household Size in Adams County
The median household size in Adams County is 2.36 persons per household, with single male/father households (405 | 3.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.85 persons per household. non-family households (4,808 | 41.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.15 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,142 (35.6%) | 3.02 |
| Single Male/Father | 405 (3.5%) | 4.85 |
| Single Female/Mother | 2,263 (19.5%) | 3.30 |
| Non-family | 4,808 (41.4%) | 1.15 |
| Total Households | 11,618 (100.0%) | 2.36 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Adams County
Out of a total of 11,618 households in Adams County, 6,810 (58.6%) are family households, while 4,808 (41.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 3,462, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 4,268.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 4,268 (36.7%) |
| 2-Person Households | 3,462 (29.8%) | 485 (4.2%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,649 (14.2%) | 37 (0.3%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,023 (8.8%) | 18 (0.2%) |
| 5-Person Households | 344 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 139 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 193 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,810 (58.6%) | 4,808 (41.4%) |
Female Fertility in Adams County
Fertility by Age in Adams County
Average fertility rate in Adams County is 74.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 150.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 87.5% 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 | 404 (87.5%) | 150.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 58 (12.6%) | 24.0 |
| Total | 462 (100.0%) | 74.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Adams County
29.7% of women with births (462) in Adams County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 98.3% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 66.3% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 136 (33.7%) | 268 (66.3%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 1 (1.7%) | 57 (98.3%) |
| Total | 137 (29.6%) | 325 (70.4%) |
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 | 140 (30.3%) | 84.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 188 (40.7%) | 91.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 90 (19.5%) | 120.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 44 (9.5%) | 91.0 |
| Total | 462 (100.0%) | 74.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Adams County
70.4% of women with births in Adams County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 58 (41.4%) | 82 (58.6%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 188 (100.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 35 (38.9%) | 55 (61.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 44 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 137 (29.6%) | 325 (70.4%) |
Income in Adams County
Income Overview in Adams County
Per Capita Income in Adams County is $22,924, while median incomes of families and households are $50,903 and $37,271 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 29,425 | $22,924 |
| Median Family Income | 6,810 | $50,903 |
| Mean Family Income | 6,810 | $69,949 |
| Median Household Income | 11,618 | $37,271 |
| Mean Household Income | 11,618 | $55,372 |
| Income Deficit | 6,810 | $13,122 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 29,425 | 20.66% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 29,425 | 79.34¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 29,425 | 0.51 |
Earnings by Sex in Adams County
Average Earnings in Adams County are $31,712, $38,005 for men and $30,152 for women, a difference of 20.7%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 5,466 (46.5%) | $38,005 |
| Female | 6,286 (53.5%) | $30,152 |
| Total | 11,752 (100.0%) | $31,712 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Adams County
The most common earnings brackets in Adams County are $100,000+ for men (555 | 10.2%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (828 | 13.2%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 190 (3.5%) | 327 (5.2%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 356 (6.5%) | 272 (4.3%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 143 (2.6%) | 381 (6.1%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 220 (4.0%) | 251 (4.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 152 (2.8%) | 245 (3.9%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 86 (1.6%) | 303 (4.8%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 320 (5.9%) | 364 (5.8%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 95 (1.7%) | 167 (2.7%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 51 (0.9%) | 155 (2.5%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 368 (6.7%) | 163 (2.6%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 338 (6.2%) | 486 (7.7%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 262 (4.8%) | 828 (13.2%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 239 (4.4%) | 247 (3.9%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 525 (9.6%) | 363 (5.8%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 244 (4.5%) | 408 (6.5%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 167 (3.1%) | 332 (5.3%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 362 (6.6%) | 420 (6.7%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 353 (6.5%) | 114 (1.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 440 (8.1%) | 254 (4.0%) |
| $100,000+ | 555 (10.2%) | 206 (3.3%) |
| Total | 5,466 (100.0%) | 6,286 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Adams County
Average earnings in Adams County are $41,875 for men and $30,867 for women, a difference of 26.3%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $58,594, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $26,678. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $46,335, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $14,735.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $26,678 | $14,735 |
| High School Diploma | $47,171 | $20,517 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $40,027 | $31,728 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $51,429 | $34,948 |
| Graduate Degree | $58,594 | $46,335 |
| Total | $41,875 | $30,867 |
Family Income in Adams County
Family Income Brackets in Adams County
According to the Adams County family income data, there are 1,028 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 15.1% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 252 families (3.7%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 729 | 10.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 252 | 3.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 695 | 10.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 715 | 10.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 981 | 14.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,022 | 15.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,028 | 15.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 776 | 11.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 300 | 4.4% |
| $200,000+ | 306 | 4.5% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Adams County
4-person families (1,036 | 15.2%) account for the highest median family income in Adams County with $77,244 per family, while 2-person families (3,592 | 52.7%) have the highest median income of $24,616 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 3,592 (52.7%) | $49,233 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,561 (22.9%) | $41,069 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,036 (15.2%) | $77,244 |
| 5-Person Families | 328 (4.8%) | $68,438 |
| 6-Person Families | 100 (1.5%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 193 (2.8%) | $73,523 |
| Total | 6,810 (100.0%) | $50,903 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Adams County
The median family income in Adams County is $50,903, with families comprising 2 earners (2,215) having the highest median family income of $92,328, while families with no earners (1,552) have the lowest median family income of $21,926, accounting for 32.5% and 22.8% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,552 (22.8%) | $21,926 |
| 1 Earner | 2,841 (41.7%) | $42,763 |
| 2 Earners | 2,215 (32.5%) | $92,328 |
| 3+ Earners | 202 (3.0%) | $91,452 |
| Total | 6,810 (100.0%) | $50,903 |
Household Income in Adams County
Household Income Brackets in Adams County
With 1,638 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Adams County, accounting for 14.1% of all households. In contrast, only 325 households (2.8%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 1,603 | 13.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 953 | 8.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,638 | 14.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,371 | 11.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,627 | 14.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,522 | 13.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,313 | 11.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 929 | 8.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 325 | 2.8% |
| $200,000+ | 325 | 2.8% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Adams County
The median household income in Adams County is $37,271, with the highest median household income of $42,142 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,881 households (24.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 378 households (3.3%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 378 (3.3%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 2,881 (24.8%) | $42,142 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 4,314 (37.1%) | $42,047 |
| 65+ Years | 4,045 (34.8%) | $27,073 |
| Total | 11,618 (100.0%) | $37,271 |
Poverty in Adams County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Adams County
With 24.5% poverty level for males and 29.3% for females among the residents of Adams County, 15 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 153 males (63.5%) and 718 females (54.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 277 (34.3%) | 525 (50.1%) |
| 5 Years | 22 (34.9%) | 40 (29.6%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 359 (37.2%) | 391 (30.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 260 (43.5%) | 131 (33.4%) |
| 15 Years | 153 (63.5%) | 106 (51.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 142 (57.5%) | 91 (24.3%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 320 (30.1%) | 718 (54.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 178 (16.8%) | 483 (26.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 183 (12.9%) | 590 (39.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 259 (21.7%) | 335 (19.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 331 (16.9%) | 286 (13.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 295 (18.2%) | 480 (25.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 187 (21.9%) | 319 (22.2%) |
| Total | 2,966 (24.5%) | 4,495 (29.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Adams County
According to the poverty statistics in Adams County, males aged 35 to 44 years and females aged 55 to 64 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 87.1% of males and 87.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 530 (65.7%) | 523 (49.9%) |
| 5 Years | 41 (65.1%) | 95 (70.4%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 607 (62.8%) | 883 (69.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 338 (56.5%) | 261 (66.6%) |
| 15 Years | 88 (36.5%) | 100 (48.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 105 (42.5%) | 284 (75.7%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 744 (69.9%) | 606 (45.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 879 (83.2%) | 1,340 (73.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,232 (87.1%) | 902 (60.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 934 (78.3%) | 1,417 (80.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,630 (83.1%) | 1,920 (87.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,322 (81.8%) | 1,407 (74.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 668 (78.1%) | 1,120 (77.8%) |
| Total | 9,118 (75.5%) | 10,858 (70.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Adams County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Adams County show that 5.5% or 228 of the total 4,142 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 8.4%, comprising of 96 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,605 (95.2%) | 132 (4.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,046 (91.6%) | 96 (8.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 194 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 69 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,914 (94.5%) | 228 (5.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Adams County
According to the poverty data in Adams County, 48.9% or 198 single-father households and 46.9% or 1,062 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 39 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 214 households (69.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 46 (26.4%) | 205 (23.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 70 (47.0%) | 643 (59.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 39 (100.0%) | 214 (69.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 43 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 198 (48.9%) | 1,062 (46.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Adams County
The poverty data for Adams County shows that 228 of the married-couple family households (5.5%) and 1,260 of the single-parent households (47.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 96 households (8.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 43 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 132 (4.8%) | 251 (24.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 96 (8.4%) | 713 (57.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 253 (72.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 43 (100.0%) |
| Total | 228 (5.5%) | 1,260 (47.2%) |
Employment Characteristics in Adams County
Employment by Class of Employer in Adams County
Among the 9,965 employed individuals in Adams County, private company employees (6,623 | 66.5%), local government employees (938 | 9.4%), and state government employees (799 | 8.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 6,623 | 66.5% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 316 | 3.2% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 508 | 5.1% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 555 | 5.6% |
| Local Government Employees | 938 | 9.4% |
| State Government Employees | 799 | 8.0% |
| Federal Government Employees | 206 | 2.1% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 20 | 0.2% |
| Total | 9,965 | 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 (23,684), 46.7% or 11,060 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.1% or 785 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 69.4% or 2,314 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 21.5% or 17 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 376 (24.9%) | 15 (4.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 714 (38.2%) | 134 (18.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,070 (57.7%) | 162 (15.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 936 (57.6%) | 36 (3.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,314 (69.4%) | 204 (8.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,050 (63.2%) | 92 (4.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 993 (61.9%) | 37 (3.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,601 (60.0%) | 77 (4.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 919 (25.9%) | 15 (1.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 80 (3.3%) | 17 (21.5%) |
| Total | 11,060 (46.7%) | 785 (7.1%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Adams County
According to labor force statistics for Adams County, 62.5% of individuals (8,957) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (14,331) are in the labor force, with 6.8% or 609 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 79.7% or 2,367 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 18.0% or 136 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 755 (33.5%) | 406 (18.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,686 (58.7%) | 274 (6.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 3,158 (69.7%) | 217 (4.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,367 (79.7%) | 199 (6.7%) |
| Total | 8,957 (62.5%) | 975 (6.8%) |
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 Community & Social Service (1,188 | 11.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (842 | 8.2%), Education Instruction & Library (777 | 7.6%), Management (724 | 7.1%), and Health Technologists (582 | 5.7%).
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 Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (84.2%), and Legal Services & Support (65.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (86.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (81.4%), and Community & Social Service (78.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 342 (47.2%) | 382 (52.8%) |
| Business & Financial | 63 (31.8%) | 135 (68.2%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 213 (84.2%) | 40 (15.8%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 7 (41.2%) | 10 (58.8%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 162 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 44 (59.5%) | 30 (40.5%) |
| Community & Social Service | 259 (21.8%) | 929 (78.2%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 47 (24.0%) | 149 (76.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 17 (65.4%) | 9 (34.6%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 102 (13.1%) | 675 (86.9%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 93 (49.2%) | 96 (50.8%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 157 (18.6%) | 685 (81.4%) |
| Health Technologists | 141 (24.2%) | 441 (75.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,034 (32.3%) | 2,171 (67.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,591 (44.8%) | 5,662 (55.2%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Adams County are Cleaning & Maintenance (775 | 7.6%), Food Preparation & Serving (672 | 6.6%), Healthcare Support (599 | 5.8%), Security & Protection (253 | 2.5%), and Firefighting & Prevention (149 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Adams County, the most male-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (51.4%), Firefighting & Prevention (50.3%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (45.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (94.5%), Law Enforcement (71.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (63.5%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 33 (5.5%) | 566 (94.5%) |
| Security & Protection | 105 (41.5%) | 148 (58.5%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 75 (50.3%) | 74 (49.7%) |
| Law Enforcement | 30 (28.8%) | 74 (71.2%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 245 (36.5%) | 427 (63.5%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 351 (45.3%) | 424 (54.7%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 36 (51.4%) | 34 (48.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 770 (32.5%) | 1,599 (67.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,591 (44.8%) | 5,662 (55.2%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Adams County are Office & Administration (1,298 | 12.7%), and Sales & Related (839 | 8.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 508 (60.6%) | 331 (39.5%) |
| Office & Administration | 100 (7.7%) | 1,198 (92.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 608 (28.4%) | 1,529 (71.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,591 (44.8%) | 5,662 (55.2%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Adams County are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (568 | 5.5%), Construction & Extraction (512 | 5.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (22 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 22 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 512 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 545 (96.0%) | 23 (4.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,079 (97.9%) | 23 (2.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,591 (44.8%) | 5,662 (55.2%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Adams County are Transportation (593 | 5.8%), Production (502 | 4.9%), and Material Moving (345 | 3.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 350 (69.7%) | 152 (30.3%) |
| Transportation | 496 (83.6%) | 97 (16.4%) |
| Material Moving | 254 (73.6%) | 91 (26.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,100 (76.4%) | 340 (23.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,591 (44.8%) | 5,662 (55.2%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Adams County
Employment Industries in Adams County
The major employment industries in Adams County include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,734 | 16.9%), Retail Trade (1,287 | 12.6%), Educational Services (1,151 | 11.2%), Accommodation & Food Services (861 | 8.4%), and Public Administration (680 | 6.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Adams County
The Adams County industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (98.7%), and Utilities (93.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (92.5%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (85.1%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 47 (58.8%) | 33 (41.2%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 221 (98.7%) | 3 (1.3%) |
| Construction | 417 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 327 (64.1%) | 183 (35.9%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 216 (82.1%) | 47 (17.9%) |
| Retail Trade | 751 (58.4%) | 536 (41.6%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 264 (57.1%) | 198 (42.9%) |
| Utilities | 410 (93.2%) | 30 (6.8%) |
| Information | 28 (59.6%) | 19 (40.4%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 82 (17.5%) | 386 (82.5%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 10 (14.9%) | 57 (85.1%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 64 (26.8%) | 175 (73.2%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 294 (65.6%) | 154 (34.4%) |
| Educational Services | 264 (22.9%) | 887 (77.1%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 130 (7.5%) | 1,604 (92.5%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 68 (28.9%) | 167 (71.1%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 290 (33.7%) | 571 (66.3%) |
| Public Administration | 260 (38.2%) | 420 (61.8%) |
| Total | 4,591 (44.8%) | 5,662 (55.2%) |
Education in Adams County
School Enrollment in Adams County
The most common levels of schooling among the 6,092 students in Adams County are high school (1,653 | 27.1%), elementary school (1,517 | 24.9%), and middle school (1,207 | 19.8%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 384 | 6.3% |
| Kindergarten | 291 | 4.8% |
| Elementary School | 1,517 | 24.9% |
| Middle School | 1,207 | 19.8% |
| High School | 1,653 | 27.1% |
| College / Undergraduate | 995 | 16.3% |
| Graduate / Professional | 45 | 0.7% |
| Total | 6,092 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Adams County
Out of a total of 6,092 students who are enrolled in schools in Adams County, 1,151 (18.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,941 (81.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 178 (49.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 386 (94.2% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 183 (50.7%) | 178 (49.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,368 (79.5%) | 353 (20.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,413 (92.8%) | 109 (7.2%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 716 (77.4%) | 209 (22.6%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 521 (83.0%) | 107 (17.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 386 (94.2%) | 24 (5.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 200 (58.1%) | 144 (41.9%) |
| 35 Years and over | 154 (85.1%) | 27 (14.9%) |
| Total | 4,941 (81.1%) | 1,151 (18.9%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Adams County
Business (940 | 22.0%), education (892 | 20.8%), arts & humanities (392 | 9.2%), liberal arts & history (312 | 7.3%), and science & technology (259 | 6.0%) are the most common fields of study among 4,281 individuals in Adams County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 47 | 1.1% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 247 | 5.8% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 169 | 4.0% |
| Psychology | 116 | 2.7% |
| Social Sciences | 193 | 4.5% |
| Engineering | 180 | 4.2% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 22 | 0.5% |
| Science & Technology | 259 | 6.0% |
| Business | 940 | 22.0% |
| Education | 892 | 20.8% |
| Literature & Languages | 160 | 3.7% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 312 | 7.3% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 122 | 2.9% |
| Communications | 230 | 5.4% |
| Arts & Humanities | 392 | 9.2% |
| Total | 4,281 | 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 2 vehicles (1,867, accounting for 41.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,989, making up 34.0%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 40 (0.9%) | 119 (2.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,322 (29.6%) | 1,923 (35.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,867 (41.8%) | 1,989 (36.2%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 796 (17.8%) | 891 (16.2%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 382 (8.6%) | 490 (8.9%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 61 (1.4%) | 84 (1.5%) |
| Total | 4,468 (100.0%) | 5,496 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Adams County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Adams County are 10 to 14 minutes (2,705 commuters, 27.8%), 5 to 9 minutes (1,762 commuters, 18.1%), and 15 to 19 minutes (1,644 commuters, 16.9%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 495 | 5.1% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,762 | 18.1% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 2,705 | 27.8% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,644 | 16.9% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 852 | 8.7% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 186 | 1.9% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 477 | 4.9% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 129 | 1.3% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 223 | 2.3% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 776 | 8.0% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 228 | 2.3% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 256 | 2.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Adams County
The most common commute times in Adams County are 10 to 14 minutes (1,119 commuters, 25.6%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (1,586 commuters, 29.6%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 168 (3.8%) | 327 (6.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 554 (12.7%) | 1,208 (22.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,119 (25.6%) | 1,586 (29.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 662 (15.1%) | 982 (18.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 345 (7.9%) | 507 (9.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 96 (2.2%) | 90 (1.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 146 (3.3%) | 331 (6.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 129 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 164 (3.7%) | 59 (1.1%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 621 (14.2%) | 155 (2.9%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 170 (3.9%) | 58 (1.1%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 195 (4.5%) | 61 (1.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Adams County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Adams County are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (1,035, 23.7%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (1,370, 25.5%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 103 (2.4%) | 178 (3.3%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 151 (3.5%) | 14 (0.3%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 335 (7.7%) | 382 (7.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 1,035 (23.7%) | 507 (9.5%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 629 (14.4%) | 929 (17.3%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 384 (8.8%) | 622 (11.6%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 972 (22.3%) | 1,370 (25.5%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 238 (5.4%) | 307 (5.7%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 157 (3.6%) | 154 (2.9%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 55 (1.3%) | 150 (2.8%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 63 (1.4%) | 259 (4.8%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 47 (1.1%) | 35 (0.6%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 75 (1.7%) | 123 (2.3%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 125 (2.9%) | 334 (6.2%) |
| Total | 4,369 (100.0%) | 5,364 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Adams County
Occupancy by Ownership in Adams County
Of the total 11,618 dwellings in Adams County, owner-occupied units account for 7,552 (65.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 4,066 (35.0%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 7,552 | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 4,066 | 35.0% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 11,618 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Adams County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 4,268 | 36.7% |
| 2-Person Household | 3,947 | 34.0% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,686 | 14.5% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,717 | 14.8% |
| Total Housing Units | 11,618 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Adams County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 2,568 (60.2%) | 1,700 (39.8%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,938 (74.4%) | 1,009 (25.6%) |
| 3-Person Household | 795 (47.1%) | 891 (52.8%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,251 (72.9%) | 466 (27.1%) |
| Total Housing Units | 7,552 (65.0%) | 4,066 (35.0%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Adams County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 783 (49.5%) | 800 (50.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,612 (67.8%) | 1,240 (32.2%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,233 (60.4%) | 1,464 (39.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,924 (77.4%) | 562 (22.6%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Adams County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,609 | 13.9% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,650 | 14.2% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,598 | 13.8% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,716 | 23.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,388 | 20.5% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 1,211 | 10.4% |
| 85 Years and Over | 446 | 3.8% |
| Total | 11,618 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Adams County
Median Income by Occupancy in Adams County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 7,552 (65.0%) | $47,067 |
| Renter-Occupied | 4,066 (35.0%) | $21,801 |
| Average | 11,618 (100.0%) | $37,271 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Adams County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 337 (4.5%) | 601 (14.8%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 196 (2.6%) | 475 (11.7%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 496 (6.6%) | 462 (11.4%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 616 (8.2%) | 330 (8.1%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 316 (4.2%) | 372 (9.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 786 (10.4%) | 584 (14.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,147 (15.2%) | 484 (11.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,128 (14.9%) | 392 (9.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,116 (14.8%) | 195 (4.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 756 (10.0%) | 169 (4.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 658 (8.7%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| Total | 7,552 (100.0%) | 4,066 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Adams County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 1,394 (18.5%) | 429 (10.5%) |
| $300 to $499 | 2,596 (34.4%) | 456 (11.2%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,293 (17.1%) | 1,285 (31.6%) |
| $800 to $999 | 638 (8.5%) | 528 (13.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,041 (13.8%) | 566 (13.9%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 395 (5.2%) | 38 (0.9%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 90 (1.2%) | 4 (0.1%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 26 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 79 (1.1%) | 37 (0.9%) |
| Total | 7,552 (100.0%) | 4,066 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Adams County
Housing Structures in Adams County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 8,569 | 73.8% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 135 | 1.2% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 460 | 4.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 222 | 1.9% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 464 | 4.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 357 | 3.1% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,411 | 12.1% |
| Total | 11,618 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Adams County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,466 (75.5%) | 2,103 (24.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 49 (36.3%) | 86 (63.7%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 6 (1.3%) | 454 (98.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 17 (7.7%) | 205 (92.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 464 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 357 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,014 (71.9%) | 397 (28.1%) |
| Total | 7,552 (65.0%) | 4,066 (35.0%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Adams County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 14 (0.2%) | 20 (0.5%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 206 (2.7%) | 529 (13.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 2,811 (37.2%) | 2,560 (63.0%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,908 (38.5%) | 778 (19.1%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,613 (21.4%) | 179 (4.4%) |
| Total | 7,552 (100.0%) | 4,066 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Adams County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 3,094 (41.0%) | 869 (21.4%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 456 (6.0%) | 197 (4.9%) |
| Electricity | 3,903 (51.7%) | 2,943 (72.4%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (0.8%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 82 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 17 (0.2%) | 24 (0.6%) |
| Total | 7,552 (100.0%) | 4,066 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Adams County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 292 (3.9%) | 712 (17.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 2,443 (32.4%) | 2,397 (59.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,033 (40.2%) | 710 (17.5%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,784 (23.6%) | 247 (6.1%) |
| Total | 7,552 (100.0%) | 4,066 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Adams County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Adams County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 5,042 | 2,510 |
| Median Property Value | $91,200 | $131,400 |
| Median Household Income | $43,415 | $302 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $403 | $61 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $740 | $606 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Adams County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 805 (16.0%) | 81 (3.2%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 2,068 (41.0%) | 868 (34.6%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,490 (29.5%) | 1,245 (49.6%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 414 (8.2%) | 225 (9.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 240 (4.8%) | 33 (1.3%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 2 (0.0%) | 43 (1.7%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 23 (0.5%) | 15 (0.6%) |
| Total | 5,042 (100.0%) | 2,510 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Adams County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 262 (5.2%) | 53 (2.1%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 1,148 (22.8%) | 271 (10.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 544 (10.8%) | 280 (11.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 867 (17.2%) | 242 (9.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 679 (13.5%) | 280 (11.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 741 (14.7%) | 449 (17.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 445 (8.8%) | 375 (14.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 356 (7.1%) | 311 (12.4%) |
| Total | 5,042 (100.0%) | 2,510 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Adams County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 2,296 (45.5%) | 59,051 (2,352.6%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 791 (15.7%) | 1,041 (41.5%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 482 (9.6%) | 368 (14.7%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,379 (27.4%) | 372 (14.8%) |
| Total | 5,042 (100.0%) | 2,510 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Adams County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,561 (31.0%) | 106 (4.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 613 (12.2%) | 579 (23.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 614 (12.2%) | 733 (29.2%) |
| Total | 5,042 (100.0%) | 2,510 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Adams County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Adams County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,835 (89.4%) | 218 (10.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 4,509 (92.9%) | 343 (7.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,304 (60.9%) | 839 (39.2%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,969 (75.9%) | 624 (24.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,458 (84.7%) | 445 (15.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,348 (79.7%) | 597 (20.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,756 (90.1%) | 411 (9.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,504 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 2,294 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 23,977 (87.3%) | 3,477 (12.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Adams County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,835 (89.4%) | 218 (10.6%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 4,509 (92.9%) | 343 (7.1%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,304 (60.9%) | 839 (39.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Adams County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 6,261 (81.1%) | 1,461 (18.9%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 5,502 (81.4%) | 1,261 (18.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,500 (88.0%) | 475 (11.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,914 (95.1%) | 201 (4.9%) |
| $100,000 and over | 4,768 (98.4%) | 79 (1.6%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Adams County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,274 (62.1%) | 590 (28.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,534 (52.2%) | 2,002 (41.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 385 (18.0%) | 956 (44.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 509 (19.6%) | 1,460 (56.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 571 (19.7%) | 1,936 (66.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 649 (22.0%) | 1,759 (59.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,370 (32.9%) | 2,621 (62.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,411 (97.4%) | 1,546 (44.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,276 (99.2%) | 1,022 (44.6%) |
| Total | 12,979 (47.3%) | 13,892 (50.6%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Adams County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 9 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 205 (9.7%) | 39 (1.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 144 (6.8%) | 79 (2.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 771 (16.9%) | 658 (12.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 422 (26.1%) | 474 (25.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 461 (53.9%) | 877 (61.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Adams County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 9 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 10 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 115 (2.5%) | 80 (1.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 184 (11.4%) | 63 (3.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 250 (29.2%) | 200 (13.9%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 9 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 18 (0.9%) | 28 (1.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 192 (4.2%) | 186 (3.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10 (0.6%) | 116 (6.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 58 (6.8%) | 171 (11.9%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 187 (8.8%) | 11 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 134 (6.4%) | 72 (2.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 290 (6.4%) | 186 (3.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 57 (3.5%) | 85 (4.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 92 (10.8%) | 279 (19.4%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 46 (2.2%) | 13 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 52 (1.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 521 (11.4%) | 399 (7.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 232 (14.3%) | 351 (18.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 293 (34.3%) | 735 (51.1%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 46 (2.2%) | 28 (1.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (0.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 190 (4.2%) | 136 (2.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 105 (6.5%) | 42 (2.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 128 (15.0%) | 262 (18.2%) |
Technology Access in Adams County
Computing Device Access in Adams County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 6,943 | 59.8% |
| Smartphone | 9,182 | 79.0% |
| Tablet | 5,289 | 45.5% |
| No Computing Device | 1,800 | 15.5% |
| Total | 11,618 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Adams County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 6,130 | 52.8% |
| Cellular Data Only | 2,716 | 23.4% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,134 | 9.8% |
| No Internet | 2,172 | 18.7% |
| Total | 11,618 | 100.0% |
Adams County Summary
Adams County is located in the southeastern corner of Mississippi, and is bordered by the state of Louisiana to the south and the state of Alabama to the east. The county is part of the Jackson Metropolitan Statistical Area, and is home to a population of 32,297 people, according to the 2010 United States Census.
History
Adams County was established in 1809, and was named after President John Adams. The county was originally part of the Natchez District, which was established in 1798. The county was divided into two parts in 1811, with the western part becoming Jefferson County. The county seat of Adams County is Natchez, which was founded in 1716 by French colonists.
The county was a major center of cotton production during the antebellum period, and was home to many large plantations. During the Civil War, the county was the site of several battles, including the Battle of Port Gibson in 1863. After the war, the county was the site of the Natchez Race Riot of 1868, which was one of the first race riots in the United States.
Geography
Adams County is located in the southeastern corner of Mississippi, and is bordered by the state of Louisiana to the south and the state of Alabama to the east. The county is part of the Jackson Metropolitan Statistical Area, and is home to a population of 32,297 people, according to the 2010 United States Census.
The county has a total area of 576 square miles, of which 574 square miles is land and 2 square miles is water. The county is located in the Mississippi Delta region, and is mostly flat with some rolling hills. The county is drained by the Big Black River, which flows through the county from north to south.
Economy
The economy of Adams County is largely based on agriculture, with cotton, soybeans, and corn being the main crops. The county is also home to several manufacturing plants, including a paper mill and a furniture factory. Tourism is also an important part of the economy, with the Natchez Trace Parkway and the Natchez National Historical Park being popular attractions.
Demographics
According to the 2010 United States Census, Adams County had a population of 32,297 people. The racial makeup of the county was 68.3% White, 29.2% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $31,945, and the median income for a family was $39,945. The per capita income for the county was $17,845. About 22.2% of the population was below the poverty line.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Adams County?
Total Population of Adams County is 29,425.
What is the Total Male Population of Adams County?
Total Male Population of Adams County is 13,867.
What is the Total Female Population of Adams County?
Total Female Population of Adams County is 15,558.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Adams County?
There are 89.13 Males per 100 Females in Adams County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Adams County?
There are 112.19 Females per 100 Males in Adams County.
What is the Median Population Age in Adams County?
Median Population Age in Adams County is 41.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Adams County
Average Family Size in Adams County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Adams County
Average Household Size in Adams County is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Adams County?
Per Capita income in Adams County is $22,924.
What is the Median Family Income in Adams County?
Median Family Income in Adams County is $50,903.
What is the Median Household income in Adams County?
Median Household Income in Adams County is $37,271.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Adams County?
Income or Wage Gap in Adams County is 20.7%.
Women in Adams County earn 79.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Adams County?
Family Income Deficit in Adams County is $13,122.
Families that are below poverty line in Adams County earn $13,122 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Adams County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Adams County is 0.51.
How Large is the Labor Force in Adams County?
There are 11,060 People in the Labor Forcein in Adams County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Adams County?
46.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Adams County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Adams County?
Unemployment Rate in Adams County is 7.1%.