Adams, Nebraska facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Adams, Nebraska
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Downtown Adams: Main Street
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 Adams, Nebraska
Location in Nebraska
Adams, Nebraska
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Gage |
| Township | Adams |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.59 sq mi (1.54 km2) |
| • Land | 0.59 sq mi (1.54 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,247 ft (380 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 604 |
| • Density | 1,015.13/sq mi (392.20/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
68301
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| Area code(s) | 402 |
| FIPS code | 31-00240 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2397908 |
Adams is a small village located in Gage County, Nebraska, in the United States. In 2020, about 604 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a friendly community.
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History of Adams
The area where Adams now stands was first settled by a pioneer named Tyler Adams in 1857. He came from Indiana. The village itself officially began in 1873. This happened when John O. Adams made a deal with a railroad company. They wanted to build train tracks through his land.
Geography of Adams
Adams is a small village, covering about 0.58 square miles (1.5 square kilometers) of land. It's located about 25 miles south of Lincoln, which is the capital city of Nebraska.
Population and People
Adams has seen its population change over the years. Here's how many people have lived there during different census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 52 | — | |
| 1900 | 417 | — | |
| 1910 | 647 | 55.2% | |
| 1920 | 574 | −11.3% | |
| 1930 | 535 | −6.8% | |
| 1940 | 516 | −3.6% | |
| 1950 | 457 | −11.4% | |
| 1960 | 387 | −15.3% | |
| 1970 | 463 | 19.6% | |
| 1980 | 395 | −14.7% | |
| 1990 | 472 | 19.5% | |
| 2000 | 489 | 3.6% | |
| 2010 | 573 | 17.2% | |
| 2020 | 604 | 5.4% | |
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What the 2010 Census Showed
In 2010, there were 573 people living in Adams. Most of the people were White. A small number were Asian or from two or more races. About 1 in 4 residents were under 18 years old. Many households had children living with them. The average age of people in the village was about 40.8 years old.
Religion in Adams
Adams is home to three churches. All of them are Protestant churches. Two of these churches follow the Methodist faith. The third church is an American Lutheran Church. There is also a chapel inside the Gold Crest Retirement Center.
Community Life and Events
Adams hosts two main festivals each year. These events bring the community together for fun.
Summer Celebration
The first festival is held on the first Saturday of July. It celebrates American Independence Day. People enjoy volleyball and softball games. There's also a big village-wide barbecue and a fireworks show.
Adams Community Days
The second event is called Adams Community Days. This festival also features sports like volleyball, golf, and softball. Another village barbecue is held. A popular part of this event is the tractor pull.
Education in Adams
Adams is where the Daniel Freeman Public School district is located. This district includes Freeman Elementary School and Freeman High School. It's one of four school districts that serve Gage County.
Healthcare Services
The village of Adams has a few healthcare options for its residents.
Local Clinics
The Adams Primary Care Clinic is here. It's part of a larger network from the Saint Elizabeth Regional Medical Center in Lincoln. There's also the Lake Crest Pharmacy, which serves Adams and nearby towns.
Specialty Care
You can find offices for orthodontics (braces), dentistry (teeth care), and optometry (eye care) in Adams. However, these are smaller branches of main offices located in Lincoln.
See also
In Spanish: Adams (Nebraska) para niños
