Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
| Below Poverty | 19.3% ▲ 93% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.3% ▼ 29% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.7% ▲ 16% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 389 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,641 (46.7%) |
| Some College | 2,642 (14.3%) |
| Associates | 1,790 (9.7%) |
| Bachelors | 2,091 (11.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,957 (16%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,095 ▼ 29% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $164,733 ▼ 41% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $696/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 13,942 |
| Vacant Units | 2,431 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Adams County is located in Ohio and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 31,326 residents. With a median age of 39.11, it is a middle-aged county.
Adams County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $54,095 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.7%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 19.3% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Adams County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $164,733 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $695. Homeownership rates are high at 73.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Adams County are primarily White (95.83%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 27.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Adams County, OH is a working-class area in Ohio. The 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45616 | Blue Creek | 1,588 | $51,818 | $181,900 | $667 | 1.5% | 35.8% |
| 45650 | Lynx | 303 | $66,731 | $93,300 | — | 0.0% | 30.7% |
| 45144 | Manchester | 4,256 | $43,896 | $121,300 | $686 | 8.8% | 32.0% |
| 45660 | Peebles | 7,817 | $54,904 | $158,500 | $760 | 7.6% | 24.4% |
| 45679 | Seaman | 2,701 | $46,792 | $161,000 | $773 | 2.1% | 24.5% |
| 45693 | West Union | 8,452 | $45,556 | $170,700 | $633 | 4.8% | 26.1% |
| 45697 | Winchester | 6,138 | $75,075 | $195,300 | $680 | 5.4% | 28.7% |