Median Income
$63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value
$175,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.0%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$978
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.7%
22% lower than US avg
How Adair Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population661
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density134/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans6.7%
Economy
A
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$27,254
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty9.7%
County GDP$2,700M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$175,000
Rent$978
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$241,983
Rent Burden27.0%
Health
Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI47 (Good)
Rain44.7 in/yr
Elevation679 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.0%
High School+91.8%
School Score4.32
Community
2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute30 min
Broadband90.8%
Libraries5
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 low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include 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 $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 9.7% 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 $175,000, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $978 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Adair enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches, including 7.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.
Adair has a population of 661 with a density of 134 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.9%), with 29% Hispanic.
Population
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.1% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.9% |
| 71% below US avg |
The median household income in Adair is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,750 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,254 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,100 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,137 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.7% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,025 |
| County GDP | $2,700M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 90 |
| Healthcare | 65 |
| Retail | 138 |
| Manufacturing | 60 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,610 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.49% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.7% |
The median home value in Adair is $175,000, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $978 (16% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $241,983.
Home Values
| Census Median | $175,000 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $241,983 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $978 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 27.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $655 |
| 1 Bedroom | $714 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $937 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,252 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,610 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.49% |
In Adair, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.3% report depression. 30.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Adair vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.9% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.6% |
| Asthma | 12.6% |
| COPD | 7.8% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.9% |
| Depression | 26.3% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.3% |
| Premature Death | 12,606/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 41.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 65 |
Crime Rates: Adair vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Adair has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 59.0°F |
| 9% above US avg |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 44.7 inches |
| 18% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 7.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 47.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 57.1% |
| Unhealthy Days | 4 |
Geography
| Elevation | 679 ft (207 m) |
| Area | 4.9 sq mi (12.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 134/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.4364°N, 95.2734°W |
| County FIPS | 40097 |