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 1.9% (47% 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 $183,471. 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 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 416/100K.
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 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches.