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Adams County, situated in the southern part of Pennsylvania, is renowned for its rich history and natural beauty. The county is home to the historic Gettysburg National Military Park, where the pivotal Battle of Gettysburg took place during the American Civil War. Visitors can explore the battlefield, museum, and monuments dedicated to the soldiers who fought there. Additionally, Adams County is famed for its picturesque countryside, orchards, and wineries, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and wine connoisseurs. The county also hosts the National Apple Harvest Festival, a celebrated event featuring crafts, food, and entertainment.

Adams County (PA) Statistics

Number of cities/towns/villages34
Population101407 (2020 Census)
Area519 sq mi
Density195 people/sq mi
Altitude600-1000 ft
GDP$5 billion (estimated)
Median Household Income$63,000 annually
Poverty rate9%
Unemployment rate4%
Educational Attainment (Bachelor's Degree or higher)28%
Crime rateLess than 300 per 100,000 people

Environmental risk in Adams County, PA

Overall riskRelatively Low
Expected Annual LossRelatively Low
Social VulnerabilityRelatively Low
Community ResilienceRelatively High
Avalanche RiskNot Applicable
Coastal Flooding RiskNot Applicable
Cold Wave RiskRelatively Low
Drought RiskRelatively Low
Earthquake RiskVery Low
Hail RiskVery Low
Heat Wave RiskRelatively Moderate
Hurricane RiskRelatively Low
Ice Storm RiskRelatively Low
Landslide RiskRelatively Low
Lightning RiskRelatively Moderate
Riverine Flooding RiskVery Low
Strong Wind RiskRelatively Moderate
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
Address117 Baltimore Street, Gettysburg, PA 17325
County seatGettysburg
Phone number(717) 337-9820
Email address[email protected]
Official websitewww.adamscounty.us
County clerk(717) 337-9820
County commissionerRandy Phiel

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Find below the complete list of cities and towns in Adams County:

  • WHITEHALL

    Whitehall is a Borough in Adams county with -15 000 inhabitants.

  • GETTYSBURG

    Gettysburg is a Borough in Adams county with -10 000 inhabitants.

  • LITTLESTOWN

    Littlestown is a Borough in Adams county with -4 000 inhabitants.

  • CARROLL VALLEY

    Carroll Valley is a Borough in Adams county with -4 000 inhabitants.

  • MCSHERRYSTOWN

    McSherrystown is a Borough in Adams county with -3 000 inhabitants.

  • NEW OXFORD

    New Oxford is a Borough in Adams county with -2 000 inhabitants.

  • BONNEAUVILLE

    Bonneauville is a Borough in Adams county with -1 500 inhabitants.

  • EAST BERLIN

    East Berlin is a Borough in Adams county with -1 500 inhabitants.

  • BIGLERVILLE

    Biglerville is a Borough in Adams county with -1 500 inhabitants.

  • MIDWAY

    Midway is a Borough in Adams county with -1 000 inhabitants.

  • ABBOTTSTOWN

    Abbottstown is a Borough in Adams county with -1 000 inhabitants.

  • ARENDTSVILLE

    Arendtsville is a Borough in Adams county with -1 000 inhabitants.

  • BENDERSVILLE

    Bendersville is a Borough in Adams county with -1 000 inhabitants.

  • YORK SPRINGS

    York Springs is a Borough in Adams county with -1 000 inhabitants.

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