Adams, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
2,144 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
49.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$41,917 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$101,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$435 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$590 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Adams County
3
Wisconsin
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Adams County
5
Wisconsin
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 16
Feb 1 8 20
Mar 2 6 32
Apr 3 2 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 2 0 48
Nov 2 3 34
Dec 1 10 20

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (51%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, WI State Senate District 14, WI Assembly District 41, WI
See all legislative districts in this place

Schools

Adams-Friendship High
<1 miles, N • 1.9 star
Adams-Friendship Middle
<1 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Adams-Friendship Elementary
<1 miles, N • 1.4 star
Grand Marsh Elementary
7 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Browse all schools near Adams County

Colleges

Mid-State Technical College
30 miles, NE • 1.9 star
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
42 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Ripon College
49 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Browse all colleges near Adams County

Hospitals

Mile Bluff Medical Center
18 miles, W • 4.1 star
Reedsburg Area Medical Center
29 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Browse all hospitals near Adams County

Airports

Central Wisconsin Airport
57 miles, NE • 1 star
Appleton International Airport
68 miles, E • 1.4 star
La Crosse Regional Airport
72 miles, W • 1 star
Browse all airports near Adams County