Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 15.9% ▲ 59% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.6% ▼ 18% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.4% ▲ 52% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 189 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,030 (38%) |
| Some College | 2,013 (19%) |
| Associates | 1,053 (9.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,205 (11.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,120 (20%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $49,301 ▼ 35% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $134,065 ▼ 52% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $776/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 8,195 |
| Vacant Units | 1,520 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Adair County is located in Kentucky and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 17,952 residents. With a median age of 40.48, it is a middle-aged county.
Adair County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $49,301 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.4%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 15.9% is above the national average.
Housing in Adair County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $134,065 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $776. Homeownership rates are high at 75.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Adair County are primarily White (90.71%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Adair County, KY is a working-class area in Kentucky. The 6 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.