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
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
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.9% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.1% |
| 77% below US avg |
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
| 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
| Unemployment | 5.0% |
| 39% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.5% |
| 88% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 332 |
| County GDP | $663M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Healthcare | 22 |
| Retail | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,267 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.58% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.0 min |
| Work from Home | 9.7% |
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 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,267 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.58% |
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
| Obesity | 40.7% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.6% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.2% |
| Depression | 22.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.1% |
| Premature Death | 7,151/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 34.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 22 |
Crime Rates: Adair vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 47.0°F |
| 13% below US avg |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 35.0 inches |
| 8% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,466 ft (447 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 384/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.5002°N, 94.6441°W |
| County FIPS | 19001 |