Adams, Massachusetts
Adams: town in Massachusetts, United States
About
Adams is a town located in the county of Berkshire in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. Its population at the 2010 census was 8,485 and a population density of 143 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 7,955 inhabitants.
The town was created 264 years ago in 1761.
Quick Facts about Adams
| Population | 7,955 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Massachusetts (United States) |
| County | Berkshire County |
| Postal code | 01220 |
| Area | 59.5 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.6243,-73.1176 |
| Altitude | 801 feet / 244 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1762 (264 years ago) |
| Time Zone | UTC−05:00 |
| Local time | 18:00:37 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 134 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -6.66% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 51℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Adams is located at 42°37'27"N 73°7'3"W (42.6242500, -73.1176000).
Adams map
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Adams decreased by 6.66% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 8,485 | - | census |
| 2011 | 8,426 | -0.7% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 8,422 | -0.05% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 8,381 | -0.49% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 8,318 | -0.76% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 8,238 | -0.97% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 8,174 | -0.78% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 8,120 | -0.67% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 8,086 | -0.42% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 8,010 | -0.95% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 7,955 | -0.69% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Adams
1Town of Adams, MA
8 Park St, Adams, MA 01220 View details
Phone: +14137438300 | Website available
People born in Adams (13)
People born in Adams, including women's rights activist Susan B. Anthony, female Author, Pulitzer Prize winner Stacy Schiff, Massachusetts Governor and Congressman George N. Briggs, .
More notable people
- Lona Cohen (American spy for the Soviet Union) she was born in 11/01/1913
- George P. Lawrence (American politician (1859-1917)) he was born in 19/05/1859
- Daniel Read Anthony (American mayor and newspaper publisher) he was born in 22/08/1824
- Dave Murphy (Major League Baseball player) he was born in 04/05/1876
- Edward S. Zelazo (Massachusetts politician) he was born in 27/05/1924
- Pete McBride (Major League Baseball pitcher) he was born in 09/07/1875
- Wallace Everett Brown Sr. (American physician, politician) he was born in 29/06/1853
- Kate Louise Brown (American children's writer) she was born in 08/05/1857
- Marshall Rufus Ford (American politician) he was born in 05/05/1852
- Emma Pow Smith (American evangelist) she was born in 11/03/1848
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Adams, MA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 419095 | Charles H McCann Technical School | North Adams (MA) | 01247-3999 |
Nearby Transit Stations (27)
Rail and bus stations connected to Adams, MA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PIT | Joseph Scelsi Intermodal Transportation Center | 1 Columbus Avenue | RAIL |
| GFD | John W. Olver Transit Center | 12 Olive Street | RAIL |
| ALB | Albany–Rensselaer | 525 East St. | RAIL |
| BRA | Union Station | 10 Vernon Rd | RAIL |
| NHT | Union Station | 170 Pleasant Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Adams.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Adam Post Office | Adams (MA) | 01220 |
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- Adams, New York town in New York, United States with a population of 4,847 people.
- Adams, Illinois civil town in Adams County, Wisconsin with a population of 1,536 people.
- Adams, Wisconsin civil town in Adams County, Wisconsin with a population of 1,382 people.
- Adams, Pennsylvania community in Armstrong County, Pennsylvania, United States with a population of 910 people.
- Adams, Indiana unincorporated community in Decatur County, Indiana with a population of 861 people.
- Adams, Missouri town in Jackson County, Wisconsin, United States with a population of 690 people.
- Adams, Tennessee city in Tennessee, USA with a population of 678 people.
- Adams, Nebraska village in Nebraska, United States with a population of 622 people.
- Adams, Minnesota city in Minnesota, United States with a population of 471 people.
- Adams, Oregon city in Oregon, USA with a population of 359 people.
- Adams, Kansas township in Nemaha County, Kansas with a population of 190 people.
- Adams, North Dakota city in North Dakota, United States with a population of 42 people.
Other cities in Berkshire County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Berkshire County , MA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Pittsfield | 41,834 | The county seat of Berkshire County, Massachusetts. |
| North Adams | 12,737 | City in Massachusetts, United States |
| Williamstown | 7,631 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Great Barrington | 6,976 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Dalton | 6,479 | Town in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Lee | 5,629 | Town in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Lenox | 4,933 | Town of Massachusetts, United States |
| Sheffield | 3,112 | Town in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Cheshire | 3,105 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Lanesborough | 2,925 | City in Massachusetts, United States |
| Hinsdale | 1,902 | City in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States of America |
| Stockbridge | 1,883 | Town in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Becket | 1,707 | Town in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, USA |
| Otis | 1,531 | City in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States of America |
| New Marlborough | 1,450 | Town in Massachusetts, USA |
| Richmond | 1,410 | Town in Massachusetts, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Adams distances to largest Massachusetts cities