Home Value $86,300

69% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 40.7%

21% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.2%

16% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 13.3%

7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population148

Median Age38.3 yrs

Density344/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 95%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$25,927

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty13.3%

County GDP$1,455M

Commute30 min

Housing

Home Value$86,300

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units194

Rent Burden34.7%

Health

Obesity37.2%

Uninsured7.8%

Smoking14.6%

Depression23.4%

Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain41.0 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation647 ft (197 m)

Education

Bachelor's+40.7%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+3.5%

School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%

Commute30 min

Broadband67.0%

Libraries4

Is Adair a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Adair receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Adair stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Adair is $86,300, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Adair experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 27.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Adair has a population of 148 with a density of 344 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%), with 5.4% Black.

Population

148

Total Population

344

People / sq mi

38.3yrs

Median Age

2% below US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%

Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Adair vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Adair vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Adair is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Adair vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$25,927
Avg Weekly Wage	$931
IRS Avg AGI	$62,557

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	13.3%
	7% above US avg
Establishments (County)	550
County GDP	$1,455M

Business (County)

Restaurants	73
Healthcare	66
Retail	95
Manufacturing	13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,316
	52% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	6.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	29.6 min
Drive Alone	57.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Adair is $86,300, 69% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$86,300
	69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	34.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$774
1 Bedroom	$854
2 Bedrooms	$1,063
3 Bedrooms	$1,370
4 Bedrooms	$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	67.2%
Housing Units	194
Median Year Built	1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,316
	52% above US avg
Effective Rate	6.16%

In Adair, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 20.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.2%
	16% above US avg
Diabetes	9.8%
Heart Disease	5.7%
High Blood Pressure	31.8%
Asthma	10.2%
COPD	6.6%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.6%
	4% above US avg
Binge Drinking	21.3%
Physical Inactivity	20.8%
Depression	23.4%
Mental Distress	17.8%
Physical Distress	12.6%
Short Sleep	36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	66.4%
Uninsured	7.8%
	9% below US avg
Checkup Rate	75.1%
Dental Visits	61.3%
Premature Death	7,860/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.3/10
Exercise Access	83.0%
Healthcare Facilities	66

Adair has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	52.5°F
	3% below US avg
January Average	25°F (-4°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	41.0 inches
	8% above US avg
Snowfall	27.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	647 ft (197 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density	344/sq mi
Coordinates	40.4183°N, 90.4974°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	17109

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 40.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.9-point margin. 67.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.5%

D 39.7%

Winner: Republican by 18.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	40.7%
	21% above US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	3.5%
School Test Score	5.34

A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	344/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	67.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	66
Restaurants	73
Retail Stores	95

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	29.6 min
Drive Alone	57.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.2%

Adair, IL

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Adair a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Adair vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Adair vs U.S. Average

Income: Adair vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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