Adams, MA Utility & Living Guide

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Adams, MA Utility & Living Guide

Adams is a town in northern Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States. It is part of the Pittsfield, Massachusetts Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Last updated: July 8, 2026
1BR Rent$791/mo
Median Home$169,600
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Living in Adams, summers are warm, peaking at 79.6°F in Jul, while winters are cold — Jan lows average 15.3°F. At 6483 heating degree days per year, winter energy bills are significant. The area receives 51.3 inches of rainfall per year. Median household income: $49,077. With a 16.6% poverty rate and 55.0% homeownership, the community reflects a stable residential mix. Nearby cities: Williamstown (8mi NW), Dalton (10mi S), Pittsfield (14mi SW). Air quality is Good — avg AQI 44 over the past week.
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1 Bedroom$791/mo
2 Bedrooms$879/mo
3 Bedrooms$1098/mo
Median Home Price$169,600
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📊 Adams — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

💰 Median Household Income
$49,077
🏠 Homeownership Rate
55.0%
🔑 Renter Rate
45.0%
📉 Poverty Rate
16.6%
💼 Unemployment Rate
6.2%
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