Median Income
$54,107
28% lower than US avg
Home Value
$91,500
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.5%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$560
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
15.7%
27% higher than US avg
How Fairfax Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population685
Median Age48.7 yrs
Density1,457/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans13.0%
Economy
B+
Median Income$54,107
Per Capita$29,873
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty15.7%
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$91,500
Rent$560
Ownership67.9%
Zillow$136,110
Rent Burden21.6%
Health
Obesity41.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease6.1%
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.5%
High School+89.3%
School Score5.51
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute24 min
Broadband82.0%
Is Fairfax a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Fairfax receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Fairfax offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Fairfax is $54,107, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Fairfax is $91,500, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $560 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Fairfax has a population of 685 with a density of 1,457 people per square mile. The median age is 48.7 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.6%).
Population
48.7yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.0% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.0% |
| 93% below US avg |
The median household income in Fairfax is $54,107, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $54,107 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,873 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 15.7% |
| 27% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.7% |
| Public Transit | 4.7% |
| Work from Home | 4.7% |
The median home value in Fairfax is $91,500, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $560 (52% below US avg). 67.9% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $136,110.
Home Values
| Census Median | $91,500 |
| 68% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $136,110 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $560 |
| 52% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 21.6% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $732 |
| 1 Bedroom | $775 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $970 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,265 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,457 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 67.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.9% |
Property Tax
In Fairfax, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 31.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Fairfax vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.4% |
| 29% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.2% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.1% |
| Depression | 27.8% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.7% |
Food & Exercise
Crime Rates: Fairfax vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,457/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.3386°N, 95.3933°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |