Adams County, North Dakota Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Adams County is located in North Dakota with a total population of 2,179. It is the 43rd most populous county out of 53 in North Dakota. The county encompasses 4 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Adams County is 50.0 years. This is 40% higher than the state median of 35.7 years. 12.7% 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 $55,417. This is 27% lower than the state median of $75,949. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 29% lower. The poverty rate stands at 14.5%. This is 37% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. This is 26% lower than the state rate of 2.8%. The median home value is $108,300. Housing costs are 55% lower than the state median of $241,100. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Adams County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 73.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 63.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Adams County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.5%. The Black or African American population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 3.2%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 1.5%.

Education

20.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% lower than the state rate of 32.3%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.4%.