Adair, IA

Iowa

Adair is a small town in Iowa with a population of 853. Residents earn $57,250 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
853 Population 384/sq mi density
$57,250 Median Income $35,262 per capita
$126,600 Home Value $194,100 Zillow
$852 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$57,250 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$126,600 home value, $852/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,250
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $126,600
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.6%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $852
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.5%
88% lower than US avg

How Adair Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population853
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density384/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,250
Per Capita$35,262
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty1.5%
County GDP$663M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$126,600
Rent$852
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$194,100

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Elevation1,466 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.6%
High School+97.9%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute19 min
Libraries4

Is Adair a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Adair receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Adair offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Adair is $57,250, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Adair is $126,600, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $852 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Adair experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Adair has a population of 853 with a density of 384 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

853
Total Population
384
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Adair vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Adair vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Adair is $57,250, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Adair vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,250
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,262
Avg Weekly Wage$1,022
IRS Avg AGI$64,151

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.5%
88% below US avg
Establishments (County)332
County GDP$663M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare22
Retail29
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,267
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Work from Home9.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Adair is $126,600, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $852 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $194,100.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$126,600
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$194,100

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$852
27% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$687
1 Bedroom$706
2 Bedrooms$926
3 Bedrooms$1,201
4 Bedrooms$1,285

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,267
7% below US avg
Effective Rate2.58%
In Adair, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Adair vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.6%
Checkup Rate74.1%
Premature Death7,151/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access34.2%
Healthcare Facilities22

Crime Rates: Adair vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Adair has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.0 inches
8% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,466 ft (447 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density384/sq mi
Coordinates41.5002°N, 94.6441°W
County FIPS19001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.8%
D 26.7%

Winner: Republican by 45 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.6%
33% below US avg
High School+97.9%
School Test Score5.36
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density384/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants17
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Work from Home9.7%

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