Adams County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Adams County, Colorado, had a population of approximately 519,572. The racial composition was 68.2% White, 3.1% African American, 1.7% Native American, 4.1% Asian, and 19.7% of other races. Hispanic or Latino individuals made up 42% of the population. The median age was 34.2 years, with 27.3% under 18 and 11.2% over 65. The median household income was around $70,000, and the county experienced a growth rate of 14% over the past decade.

As of 2023, Adams County, CO, has a median home price of approximately $450,000. Rental rates for a one-bedroom apartment average around $1,400 per month. The county has experienced an annual appreciation rate of about 6-7% over the past few years. The vacancy rate hovers around 5%, reflecting a tight housing market. Median household income is approximately $70,000, with a homeownership rate nearing 64%. New construction is contributing to housing supply, focusing on both single-family homes and multi-family units.

Adams County, CO, conducts elections for various offices, including county commissioner, sheriff, treasurer, clerk and recorder, assessor, and more.

For the 2022 election cycle:

• Voter turnout was approximately 57.8%.
• Key races included County Commissioner District 4, with candidates Steve O'Dorisio (D) and Joseph Domenico (R).
• Sheriff candidates were Rick Reigenborn (D) and Gene Claps (R).
• For Treasurer, the candidates were Lisa Culpepper (D) and Brian Mason (R).
• Clerk and Recorder saw Josh Zygielbaum (D) versus Stan Martin (R).
• Assessor candidates included Ken Musso (D) and John Paul Holcombe (R).

For state and federal offices, Adams County voters participated in wider races, including gubernatorial, congressional, and senatorial elections. Detailed results and further candidate information are available on the Adams County elections website or Colorado Secretary of State's office.

As of the most recent data, Adams County, Colorado, has a high school graduation rate of around 84.2%, compared to the national average of about 88% and the Colorado state average of roughly 89%. Approximately 24.8% of Adams County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is lower than both the national average of around 33.1% and the Colorado state average of approximately 42.7%. The county is working to improve educational outcomes through various initiatives and partnerships to better align with state and national standards.

As of the most recent data, Adams County, CO, has an employment figure of approximately 273,000. The top industries include healthcare, retail, construction, manufacturing, and government. Employment growth in the county is robust, driven primarily by proximity to Denver and strategic transport hubs.

Healthcare and social assistance employ around 15% of the workforce, retail trade follows at 12%, and construction contributes about 11%. Manufacturing accounts for 9%, and government jobs make up approximately 8%.

Comparatively, on a national level, healthcare and retail are similarly dominant but typically occupy 13% and 11% of the workforce, respectively. Construction and manufacturing nationally are about 6% and 8%, respectively. At the state level, healthcare and social assistance employ roughly 14% of Colorado's workforce, retail about 11%, construction close to 8%, and manufacturing around 7%. Adams County surpasses both the state and national averages in construction employment.

Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Colorado Department of Labor and Employment.

As of the latest available data, the median household income in Adams County, CO is approximately $75,000. This is slightly higher than the national median household income, which stands at around $68,700, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Colorado's median household income is approximately $77,100, making Adams County's income slightly lower than the state average but still above the national figure.

Income Statistics Table

These figures provide a snapshot of income levels, helping to contextualize the economic standing of Adams County in comparison to broader averages.

As of 2023, Adams County, CO, has seen varied crime rates. The overall crime rate is 3,764 per 100,000 people. Below is a statistics table highlighting the types of crimes:

This data underscores the need for robust community and law enforcement efforts to address and reduce crime within the county.