Adams, NE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
513 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$82,917 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$194,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$585 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$668 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Gage County
3
Beatrice Urban Area
3
Nebraska
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Gage County
4
Beatrice Urban Area
4
Nebraska
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (62%) Conservative

Climate

Hot-summer continental climate. Strong seasonal temperature contrasts with hot summers and cold snowy winters. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 25
Feb 1 6 30
Mar 2 3 40
Apr 3 1 52
May 5 0 63
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 2 0 54
Nov 2 2 40
Dec 1 6 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Freeman Elementary-Adams
<1 miles, W · 3.7star
Freeman High School
<1 miles, W · 4.1star
Sterling High School
7 miles, E · 3.7star
Sterling Elementary School
7 miles, E · 3.7star

Colleges

Union College
23 miles, N · 1.9star

Hospitals

Chi Health Nebraska Heart
20 miles, N · 5star

Airports

Lincoln Airport
30 miles, N · 1star
Eppley Airfield
66 miles, NE · 2.8star
Manhattan Regional Airport
92 miles, SW · 1star