Adams County, Idaho Demographics 2026
Adams County, Idaho has a population of 4,744, the 39th most populous county in Idaho. The median household income is $61,808 and the median home value is $376,500. The poverty rate is 17.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Adams County Quick Facts
How Adams County Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,599 | 4,744 | +3.2% |
| Median household income | $59,286 | $61,808 | +4.3% |
| Median home value | $327,300 | $376,500 | +15.0% |
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 36 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Adams County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Council | 871 | $50,208 | 16.2% | $201,300 |
| New Meadows | 411 | $78,594 | 10.7% | $331,800 |
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Population Overview
Adams County is located in Idaho with a total population of 4,744. It is the 39th most populous county out of 44 in Idaho. The county encompasses 2 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Adams County is 53.9 years. This is 45% higher than the state median of 37.3 years. 10.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Adams County is $61,808. This is 21% lower than the state median of $77,800. It is also 23% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.9%. This is 69% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 7.4%. This is 100% higher than the state rate of 3.7%. The median home value is $376,500. Housing costs are 10% lower than the state median of $418,600. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.1x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 84.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 72.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Adams County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.0%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 0.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.0%) is well below the state average of 13.7%.
Education
21.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 32% lower than the state rate of 31.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Adams County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Idaho and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Adams County, Idaho?
Adams County has a population of 4,744, making it the 39th most populous county in Idaho.
What is the median income in Adams County?
The median household income in Adams County is $61,808 with a poverty rate of 17.9%.
How many cities are in Adams County, Idaho?
Adams County contains 2 Census-designated places.