Fairfax, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Fairfax is a small town in Ohio with a population of 1,615. Residents earn $76,157 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,615 Population 2,071/sq mi density
$76,157 Median Income $43,714 per capita
$224,300 Home Value $252,093 Zillow
$1,214 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
177 Violent Crime/100K 21,062 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,157 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$224,300 home value, $1,214/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
177 violent crimes/100K (53% below avg)
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,157
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $224,300
20% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 177/100K
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.7%
30% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,214
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.6%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,615
Median Age34.7 yrs
Density2,071/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,157
Per Capita$43,714
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty0.7%
County GDP$107,275M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$224,300
Rent$1,214
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$252,093

Crime

F
Violent177/100K
Property21,062/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary472/100K

Health

Obesity31.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Elevation543 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.7%
High School+94.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute20 min
Libraries41

Is Fairfax a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fairfax receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. 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 $76,157, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fairfax is $224,300, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,214 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Fairfax is below the national average at 177 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 21,062 per 100,000, 975% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Fairfax experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Fairfax has a population of 1,615 with a density of 2,071 people per square mile. The median age is 34.7 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%), with 2.5% Black.

Population

1,615
Total Population
2,071
People / sq mi
34.7yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Fairfax vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fairfax vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fairfax is $76,157, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Fairfax vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,157
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,714
Avg Weekly Wage$1,479
IRS Avg AGI$97,169

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)27,215
County GDP$107,275M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,075
Healthcare2,590
Retail2,526
Manufacturing920

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,087
160% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Work from Home15.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Fairfax is $224,300, 20% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,214 (4% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $252,093.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$224,300
20% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$252,093
Median List Price$360,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$360,000
$/Sq Ft$258
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio101.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,214
4% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,087
160% above US avg
Effective Rate4.05%
In Fairfax, 31.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.6%
2% below US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death9,669/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities2,590
Fairfax has a violent crime rate of 177 per 100,000 residents, 53% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 21,062 per 100,000 (975% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Fairfax vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent177.0/100K
53% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery177.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property21,062.0/100K
975% above US avg
Burglary472.0/100K
Theft20,590.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)75

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Fairfax has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation543 ft (166 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density2,071/sq mi
Coordinates39.1432°N, 84.3972°W
County FIPS39061
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 43.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 14.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.1%
D 57%

Winner: Democrat by 14.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.7%
30% above US avg
High School+94.7%
School Test Score5.90
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,071/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries41
Healthcare Facilities2,590
Restaurants2,075
Retail Stores2,526

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)75
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Work from Home15.1%

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