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Fairfax, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · Renville County County
Fairfax, MN
At a Glance
How Fairfax Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fairfax's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fairfax a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fairfax residents earn a median household income of $53,750 , which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,696. The unemployment rate stands at 1.1% (69% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 594 business establishments, including 21 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fairfax is $99,800 , 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $178,352. Median rent is $410/month, with 38.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1945.
Safety & Crime
Fairfax reports 266 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 30% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,242/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
9.4% of adults in Fairfax hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below the national average). 82.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fairfax has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 276 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 27.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.