Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 12.2% ▲ 22% above avg |
| College Grads | 44.6% ▲ 15% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.3% ▼ 54% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 260 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,808 (25.7%) |
| Some College | 2,171 (11.6%) |
| Associates | 3,136 (16.8%) |
| Bachelors | 2,849 (15.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,469 (29.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,592 ▼ 11% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $186,344 ▼ 33% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $842/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 13,635 |
| Vacant Units | 959 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Adams County is located in Nebraska and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 30,675 residents. With a median age of 38.41, it is a middle-aged county.
Adams County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $67,592 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.3%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 12.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Adams County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $186,344 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $841. Homeownership rates are high at 68.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Adams County are primarily White (83.33%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 44.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Adams County, NE is a solidly middle-class area in Nebraska. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68925 | Ayr | 370 | $70,208 | $172,700 | $825 | 0.0% | 35.1% |
| 68901 | Hastings | 26,208 | $63,547 | $181,800 | $858 | 2.6% | 44.1% |
| 68950 | Holstein | 269 | $73,938 | $108,200 | $500 | 1.4% | 19.7% |
| 68955 | Juniata | 2,282 | $101,875 | $255,200 | $758 | 0.6% | 54.4% |
| 68956 | Kenesaw | 1,108 | $89,524 | $184,100 | $748 | 1.0% | 46.4% |
| 68973 | Roseland | 438 | $69,432 | $164,700 | $750 | 0.0% | 40.1% |