Living in Adams County, Washington

Adams County is a county in Washington with a population of around 19,254. The main communities are Othello, Ritzville, Lind.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,978/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $295K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 39°F) and warm summers (highs around 82°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Adams County has young demographics, with a median age of 28 and a predominantly working-class population (14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.