Adams County Public RecordsPennsylvania

As of the 2020 Census, Adams County, PA has a population of approximately 103,852. The median age is about 43.2 years. Gender distribution is nearly even, with 49% male and 51% female. The racial and ethnic makeup is 89.8% White, 2.5% Black or African American, 1.1% Asian, 0.2% Native American, and 4.5% from other races; Hispanic or Latino residents comprise 7% of the population.

Adams County, PA, had 67,115 registered voters for the 2022 general election, with Republicans comprising 59%, Democrats 29%, and others 12%. The county conducts general, primary, municipal, and special elections. In the 2020 presidential election, Donald Trump received 64% of the county's vote, compared to Joe Biden's 35%. There are 47 polling locations. Issues include voter turnout (74% in 2020), election security, and mail-in ballot accessibility. The Adams County Board of Elections administers elections, with participation from both major parties. Voter registration and polling information are overseen by the county’s election office.

Adams County, PA, has 7 public high schools and a total of 23 public K-12 schools, with an average public school rating of 6/10. Approximately 91% of adults hold a high school diploma, while about 19% have a bachelor’s degree or higher. The county offers vocational and adult education programs through Adams County Tech Prep and HACC-Gettysburg. Schools emphasize safety, employing security personnel and digital monitoring; overall, incidents remain below state average. Educational programs include AP courses, STEM pathways, and career-focused options to increase post-graduation success.

As of 2023, Adams County, PA, has an employment rate of approximately 61.5%. The largest industries are Health Care & Social Assistance (16%), Manufacturing (14%), and Retail Trade (12%). Major occupation types include Management, Business, Science, and Arts (30%), and Sales & Office (22%). Around 75% of workers commute by car, with a mean commute time of 28 minutes; about 40% work outside the county, often in York or Cumberland counties. Notable employers include Gettysburg Hospital and Knouse Foods.

Adams County, PA, has a homeownership rate of about 75%, with median home values around $255,000 as of 2023. About 25% of residents rent, with median gross rent at $1,050 per month. The housing market has seen values rise roughly 7% year-over-year. Housing types are primarily single-family homes, with some apartments and townhouses. Notable neighborhoods include Gettysburg, Littlestown, and East Berlin. Property tax rates average 1.33% of assessed home value, resulting in an annual tax bill of approximately $3,390 for a median-priced home.

Adams County, PA, maintains a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. In 2022, the county reported approximately 1,300 total crimes, with 130 violent crimes and 1,170 property crimes, according to Pennsylvania Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR). The crime rate stands at about 10.2 incidents per 1,000 residents, significantly below the state’s average of 15.5. Local law enforcement, such as the Adams County Sheriff's Office, emphasizes community policing and transparent crime reporting to promote public safety and trust.