Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 49.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.06 |
| Below Poverty | 9.4% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 31.9% ▼ 18% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.1% ▼ 57% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 7 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 523 (36.6%) |
| Some College | 182 (12.7%) |
| Associates | 267 (18.7%) |
| Bachelors | 152 (10.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 298 (20.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $56,769 ▼ 26% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $106,743 ▼ 62% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $648/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,286 |
| Vacant Units | 315 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Adams County is located in North Dakota and encompasses 2 ZIP codes spanning 2 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 2,068 residents. With a median age of 49.07, it is a mature county.
Adams County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $56,768 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.1%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 9.4% is near the national average.
Housing in Adams County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $106,743 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $647. Homeownership rates are high at 72.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Adams County are primarily White (87.33%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Adams County, ND is a solidly middle-class area in North Dakota. The 2 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.