Adair County, Iowa Demographics 2026
Adair County, Iowa has a population of 7,460, the 88th most populous county in Iowa. The median household income is $68,092 and the median home value is $160,400. The poverty rate is 9.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Adair County Quick Facts
How Adair County Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,471 | 7,460 | -0.1% |
| Median household income | $66,176 | $68,092 | +2.9% |
| Median home value | $140,600 | $160,400 | +14.1% |
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 31 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Adair County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenfield | 1,894 | $56,607 | 14.3% | $137,700 |
| Adair | 830 | $54,550 | 4.3% | $127,800 |
| Fontanelle | 615 | $67,750 | 4.9% | $103,000 |
| Orient | 448 | $73,750 | 12.7% | $113,100 |
| Bridgewater | 124 | $59,167 | 16.7% | $56,700 |
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Population Overview
Adair County is located in Iowa with a total population of 7,460. It is the 88th most populous county out of 99 in Iowa. The county encompasses 5 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Adair County is 42.4 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. 10.3% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Adair County is $68,092. This is 9% lower than the state median of $75,059. It is also 16% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.5%. This is 14% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. This is 11% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $160,400. Housing costs are 23% lower than the state median of $208,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Adair County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 74.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Adair County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.1%. The Black or African American population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 3.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.1%) is well below the state average of 7.3%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.
Education
19.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% lower than the state rate of 31.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Adair County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Iowa and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Adair County, Iowa?
Adair County has a population of 7,460, making it the 88th most populous county in Iowa.
What is the median income in Adair County?
The median household income in Adair County is $68,092 with a poverty rate of 9.5%.
How many cities are in Adair County, Iowa?
Adair County contains 5 Census-designated places.