Fairchild, WI

Wisconsin

Fairchild is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 418. Residents earn $47,083 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
418 Population 286/sq mi density
$47,083 Median Income $27,784 per capita
$102,000 Home Value $202,302 Zillow
$717 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$47,083 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,000 home value, $717/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,083
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,000
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.1%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $717
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.9%
12% higher than US avg

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

People

Population418
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density286/mi²
Male / Female45% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,083
Per Capita$27,784
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty13.9%
County GDP$1,919M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,000
Rent$717
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$202,302
Housing Units264
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity34.3%
Uninsured10.5%
Smoking19.2%
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.1%
High School+88.5%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 29%
Commute30 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries10

Is Fairchild a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fairchild receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Fairchild offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fairchild is $47,083, 37% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.9% 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 Fairchild is $102,000, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $717 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Fairchild has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches, including 43.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Fairchild has a population of 418 with a density of 286 people per square mile. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 5% Hispanic.

Population

418
Total Population
286
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.5%
Female 55.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Fairchild vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fairchild vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fairchild is $47,083, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Fairchild vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,083
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,784
Avg Weekly Wage$964
IRS Avg AGI$67,108

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.9%
12% above US avg
Establishments (County)956
County GDP$1,919M

Business (County)

Restaurants78
Healthcare73
Retail109
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,947
13% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Drive Alone68.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Fairchild is $102,000, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $717 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $202,302.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,000
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$202,302

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$717
38% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.1%
Housing Units264
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,947
13% above US avg
Effective Rate3.87%
In Fairchild, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.5% of residents lack health insurance. 19.2% are current smokers. 28.4% report depression. 30.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.2%
37% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity30.4%
Depression28.4%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep37.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.7%
Uninsured10.5%
22% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.8%
Dental Visits61.3%
Premature Death7,843/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access34.9%
Healthcare Facilities73
Fairchild has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.5 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.5 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall43.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density286/sq mi
Coordinates44.6052°N, 90.9567°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.4%
D 29.4%

Winner: Republican by 39 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.1%
85% below US avg
High School+88.5%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density286/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities73
Restaurants78
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Drive Alone68.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.5%

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