Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.97 |
| Below Poverty | 12.1% ▲ 21% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.9% ▼ 28% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.6% ▼ 46% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 314 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,797 (46.1%) |
| Some College | 2,323 (12.2%) |
| Associates | 2,226 (11.7%) |
| Bachelors | 2,309 (12.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,114 (16.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,585 ▼ 17% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $172,213 ▼ 38% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $779/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 13,076 |
| Vacant Units | 905 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Adams County is located in Indiana and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 35,387 residents. With a median age of 34.15, it is a relatively young county.
Adams County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $63,585 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.6%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 12.1% is above the national average.
Housing in Adams County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $172,213 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $779. Homeownership rates are high at 81.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Adams County are primarily White (92.63%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 27.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Adams County, IN is a solidly middle-class area in Indiana. The 7 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46711 | Berne | 8,211 | $59,817 | $180,200 | $773 | 2.2% | 30.9% |
| 46733 | Decatur | 19,246 | $63,804 | $162,500 | $818 | 2.3% | 28.9% |
| 46740 | Geneva | 4,766 | $59,230 | $178,900 | $643 | 1.3% | 14.9% |
| 46772 | Monroe | 3,164 | $78,594 | $200,500 | $765 | 8.1% | 33.6% |