List of towns and cities in Adams County, Illinois

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Adams County is located in the western part of the state of Illinois, encompassing the city of Quincy as its county seat. Visitors can enjoy exploring Quincy's historic district, featuring architectural landmarks such as the Villa Kathrine and the Newcomb Hotel. The county is also home to the Illinois Veterans Home and the Quincy Museum, which offers insight into the region's history. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the beautiful trails and picnic areas of the Siloam Springs State Park. With its blend of historical, cultural, and natural attractions, Adams County offers a diverse and enriching experience for visitors.

Adams County (IL) Statistics

Number of cities/towns/villages 15
Population 65,000
Area 855 sq mi
Density 76 /sq mi
Altitude 740 ft
Median Household Income $52,000
Poverty rate 12%
Unemployment rate 4%
Educational Attainment (Bachelor's Degree or higher) 20%

Environmental risk in Adams County, IL

Overall riskRelatively Low
Expected Annual LossRelatively Low
Social VulnerabilityRelatively Low
Community ResilienceVery High
Avalanche RiskNot Applicable
Coastal Flooding RiskNot Applicable
Cold Wave RiskRelatively High
Drought RiskRelatively Moderate
Earthquake RiskRelatively Low
Hail RiskVery Low
Heat Wave RiskRelatively High
Hurricane RiskVery Low
Ice Storm RiskRelatively Moderate
Landslide RiskRelatively Moderate
Lightning RiskRelatively Moderate
Riverine Flooding RiskVery Low
Strong Wind RiskRelatively Low
Tornado RiskRelatively Low
Tsunami RiskNot Applicable
Volcanic Activity RiskNot Applicable
Wildfire RiskVery Low
Winter Weather RiskRelatively Moderate

Data obtained from the FEMA National Risk Index.

Adams County administration contact details

Adams County administration contact details
Address 507 Vermont Street, Quincy, IL 62301
County seat Quincy
Phone number (217) 277-2150
Official website https://www.co.adams.il.us/
County clerk Ryan Niekamp
County auditor Jill Krigbaum
County fiscal officer Jill Krigbaum
County permits office or building department contact details (217) 277-2125
County commissioner John E. Johnson
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Find below the complete list of cities and towns in Adams County:

  • QUINCY

    Quincy is a City in Adams county with -50 000 inhabitants.

  • SOUTHERN VIEW

    Southern View is a Village in Adams county with -2 000 inhabitants.

  • CAMP POINT

    Camp Point is a Village in Adams county with -1 500 inhabitants.

  • PAYSON

    Payson is a Village in Adams county with -1 500 inhabitants.

  • CLAYTON

    Clayton is a Village in Adams county with -1 000 inhabitants.

  • MENDON

    Mendon is a Village in Adams county with -1 000 inhabitants.

  • GOLDEN

    Golden is a Village in Adams county with -1 000 inhabitants.

  • URSA

    Ursa is a Village in Adams county with -1 000 inhabitants.

  • LIBERTY

    Liberty is a Village in Adams county with -1 000 inhabitants.

  • LORAINE

    Loraine is a Village in Adams county with -500 inhabitants.

  • PLAINVILLE

    Plainville is a Village in Adams county with -500 inhabitants.

  • COATSBURG

    Coatsburg is a Village in Adams county with -500 inhabitants.

  • LIMA

    Lima is a Village in Adams county with -500 inhabitants.

  • COLUMBUS

    Columbus is a Village in Adams county with -500 inhabitants.

  • LA PRAIRIE

    La Prairie is a Town in Adams county with -100 inhabitants.

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