Adams County, Indiana Demographics 2026

Name: Adams County, Indiana Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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Adams County, Indiana has a population of 36,227, the 43rd most populous county in Indiana. The median household income is $65,289 and the median home value is $178,400. The poverty rate is 11.2%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Adams County Quick Facts

Population 36,227

Median Household Income $65,289

Median Home Value $178,400

Poverty Rate 11.2%

Unemployment Rate 2.8%

Median Age 33.2 years

Homeownership Rate 83.5%

Affordability Ratio 2.7x

Bachelor's Degree+ 16.2%

High School Graduation 88.9%

Cities/Places 4

Population 36,227 43rd of 92

Median Income $65,289 9% lower than state

Poverty Rate 11.2%

Unemployment 2.8%

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	35,995	36,227	+0.6%
Median household income	$63,128	$65,289	+3.4%
Median home value	$173,100	$178,400	+3.1%

Median Household Income

Adams

$65,289

$71,957

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Adams

$178,400

$218,200

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.0%

$25K-$50K 24.0%

$50K-$100K 34.7%

$100K+ 28.3%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

3.6%

$10K-$15K

2.0%

$15K-$20K

2.8%

$20K-$25K

4.6%

$25K-$30K

3.7%

$30K-$35K

3.4%

$35K-$40K

6.8%

$40K-$45K

5.8%

$45K-$50K

4.3%

$50K-$60K

9.0%

$60K-$75K

11.2%

$75K-$100K

14.5%

$100K-$125K

10.8%

$125K-$150K

5.8%

$150K-$200K

6.5%

$200K+

5.2%

Employment

2.8% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3%|National: 5.2%

61.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 83.5%

Renter 16.5%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.7x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $833/mo 15.3% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

31.3%

18-34

20.4%

35-54

20.8%

55-74

20.4%

75+

7.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 41 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Cities & Places in Adams County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Decatur	9,811	$58,646	11.3%	$142,800
Berne	3,965	$62,159	12.3%	$151,700
Geneva	1,347	$52,500	21.5%	$127,300
Monroe	707	$74,063	10.1%	$164,400

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Population Overview

Adams County is located in Indiana with a total population of 36,227. It is the 43rd most populous county out of 92 in Indiana. The county encompasses 4 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Adams County is 33.2 years. This is 13% lower than the state median of 38.1 years. With 31.3% of the population under 18, Adams County has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Adams County is $65,289. This is 9% lower than the state median of $71,957. It is also 19% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.2%. This is 10% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. This is 35% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $178,400. Housing costs are 18% lower than the state median of $218,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Adams County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 83.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 70.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Adams County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.8%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 9.1%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 2.6%.

Education

16.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% lower than the state rate of 29.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 88.9%.

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 Indiana 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, Indiana?

Adams County has a population of 36,227, making it the 43rd most populous county in Indiana.

What is the median income in Adams County?

The median household income in Adams County is $65,289 with a poverty rate of 11.2%.

How many cities are in Adams County, Indiana?

Adams County contains 4 Census-designated places.