Adair County

Adair County is an administrative division in northeastern Missouri with Kirksville as its seat of government. The region consists of rural areas and small towns spread across its territory.

The county was founded in 1841 and named after John Adair, the eighth Governor of Kentucky. This naming reflects the early settlement period and connections to Eastern political figures.

Truman State University and A.T. Still University in Kirksville shape daily life through student activities and academic events. The universities bring young people to the area and create a learning-focused community.

Spring through fall offers the most comfortable visiting conditions with mild weather and clear roads. Winter months can bring snow and ice that make driving more challenging.

A major power transmission project brings new infrastructure through the county to modernize the electrical grid. These improvements reflect regional efforts to update energy systems across northern Missouri.

Location: Missouri

Inception: January 29, 1841

Capital city: Kirksville

Shares border with: Schuyler County, Macon County, Scotland County, Knox County, Putnam County, Sullivan County, Linn County

Website: http://adaircountymissouri.com

GPS coordinates: 40.19000,-92.60000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 18:07