Adairville, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Adairville is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 693. Residents earn $43,661 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
693 Population 587/sq mi density
$43,661 Median Income $28,198 per capita
$99,300 Home Value $169,202 Zillow
$531 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
112 Violent Crime/100K 225 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$43,661 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$99,300 home value, $531/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
112 violent crimes/100K (70% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,661
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $99,300
65% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 112/100K
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.7%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $531
54% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.1%
86% higher than US avg

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

People

Population693
Median Age51.5 yrs
Density587/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,661
Per Capita$28,198
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty23.1%
County GDP$3,878M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$99,300
Rent$531
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$169,202

Crime

F
Violent112/100K
Property225/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault112/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.9 in/yr
Elevation626 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.7%
High School+74.5%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute32 min
Libraries1

Is Adairville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Adairville receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Adairville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Adairville is $43,661, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. The poverty rate of 23.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Adairville is $99,300, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $531 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Adairville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 112 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 225 per 100,000, 89% below the national average.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Adairville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Adairville has a population of 693 with a density of 587 people per square mile. The median age is 51.5 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.1%), with 5.6% Hispanic, 9.2% Black.

Population

693
Total Population
587
People / sq mi
51.5yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.1%
Female 56.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Adairville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.9%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.1%
47% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Adairville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Adairville is $43,661, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Adairville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,661
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,198
Avg Weekly Wage$1,060
IRS Avg AGI$71,420

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.1%
86% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,676
County GDP$3,878M

Business (County)

Restaurants126
Healthcare124
Retail198
Manufacturing89

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,101
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.7 min
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Adairville is $99,300, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $531 (54% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $169,202.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$99,300
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$169,202

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$531
54% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,101
11% below US avg
Effective Rate3.12%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.5%
Premature Death11,572/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access60.7%
Healthcare Facilities124
Adairville has a violent crime rate of 112 per 100,000 residents, 70% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 225 per 100,000 (89% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent112.5/100K
70% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault112.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property225.0/100K
89% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft225.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Adairville has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.0°F
6% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.9 inches
42% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation626 ft (191 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density587/sq mi
Coordinates36.6750°N, 86.8582°W
County FIPS47147
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 24%

Winner: Republican by 50.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.7%
65% below US avg
High School+74.5%
School Test Score5.50
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density587/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants126
Retail Stores198

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.7 min
Work from Home8.7%

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