Adams County, county in Illinois, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 64,783 inhabitants. The county was created 199 years ago in 1825. Its county seat is Quincy.
There are 22 city/town in Adams County, IL. The largest city of Adams County is Quincy with a population of 39,589. Other cities include, Spring Valley population 5,065, Adams population 1,536, Kingston population 1,160, Camp Point population 1,080
Located in western Illinois along the Mississippi River, Adams County contains several historic small towns and communities. Here are some highlights:
Quincy - The largest city and county seat, Quincy has around 40,000 residents. It has a vibrant downtown, riverfront, and historic sites like the Villa Kathrine museum.
Payson - Home to around 1,000 people, Payson has ties to the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad. Its train depot was built in 1918.
Golden - Situated among Illinois farmland, tiny Golden has under 200 residents. The town has pioneer roots from early German settlers.
Burton - Located along the Mississippi River north of Quincy, Burton is cherished for its river views and outdoor recreation. Less than 200 residents live here.
Camp Point - With around 1,800 residents, Camp Point has historic churches, a museum in a log cabin school, and shops downtown.
Adams County's river towns, pioneer settlements, and rolling farmlands encapsulate the history and natural splendor of western Illinois. Historic small town charm abounds.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Adams County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Adams | Civil town in Adams County, Wisconsin | 1,536 |
Beverly | Unincorporated community in Illinois | 390 |
Burton | Human settlement in United States of America | 862 |
Camp Point | Village in Adams County, Illinois, United States | 1,080 |
Clayton | City in Illinois, United States of America | 668 |
Coatsburg | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | 139 |
Columbus | Village in Adams County, Illinois, United States | 96 |
Fall Creek | Unincorporated community in Illinois, United States | 513 |
Golden | City in Illinois, United States of America | 611 |
Kingston | Village in Illinois, USA | 1,160 |
La Prairie | Town in Illinois | 45 |
Liberty | Village in Illinois, United States | 500 |
Lima | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | 146 |
Loraine | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | 278 |
Mendon | Village in Illinois | 948 |
Payson | Village in Illinois, United States | 980 |
Plainville | Village in the United States | 253 |
Quincy | County seat of Adams County, Illinois, United States | 39,589 |
Richfield | Township in Adams County, Illinois | 389 |
Spring Valley | City in Illinois, United States | 5,065 |
Ursa | Village in Adams County, Illinois, United States | 596 |
Woodville | Unincorporated community in Illinois | 217 |