Adams, MS County is a vibrant and diverse county located in the state of Mississippi. With a population of 29,927 and a population density of 65 people per square mile, Adams is slightly denser than the US average. This area is known for its rich culture and strong sense of community, with plenty of small businesses, outdoor activities, and organizations to explore. Some local businesses include The German Cafe & Bakery and The Egg Factory Diner. Year-round outdoor activities include hiking in Natchez Trace State Park and camping at Lake Jeff Davis State Park. Organizations such as Main Street Natchez provide educational programming for residents. Local sporting events are a great way to bring the community together; examples include The Alcorn Braves football team and their annual rivalry game against Jackson State University.
The population in Adams County is 29,927. There are 65 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Adams County is 40.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Adams County is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Adams County
- 38.0% are married
- 14.0% are divorced
- 19.9% are married with children
- 26.9% have children, but are single
Race in Adams County
- 36.9% are White
- 52.8% are Black
- 0.6% are Asian
- 0.2% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 8.4% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander