Fairfax, OK

Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area

Fairfax is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 1,018. Residents earn $39,063 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,018 Population 1,322/sq mi density
$39,063 Median Income $25,092 per capita
$53,500 Home Value $72,210 Zillow
$570 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$39,063 median income, 7.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$53,500 home value, $570/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,063
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $53,500
81% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $570
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.5%
45% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.7%
114% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.1%
46% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,018
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density1,322/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 59%

Economy

C
Median Income$39,063
Per Capita$25,092
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty18.1%
County GDP$1,343M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$53,500
Rent$570
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$72,210

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property658/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary219/100K

Health

Obesity46.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Elevation879 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+83.4%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute24 min
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Fairfax a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fairfax receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Fairfax has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fairfax is $39,063, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.1% 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 $53,500, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $570 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Fairfax is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 658 per 100,000, 66% below the national average.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Fairfax enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches, including 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Fairfax has a population of 1,018 with a density of 1,322 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (58.9%), with 31.4% Hispanic, 4.8% Black.

Population

1,018
Total Population
1,322
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Fairfax vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fairfax vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fairfax is $39,063, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Fairfax vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,063
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,092
Avg Weekly Wage$978
IRS Avg AGI$64,022

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.1%
46% above US avg
Establishments (County)560
County GDP$1,343M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare51
Retail105
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,395
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Fairfax is $53,500, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $570 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $72,210.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$53,500
81% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$72,210

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$570
51% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$744
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$995
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,501

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,395
3% below US avg
Effective Rate6.35%
In Fairfax, 46.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 30.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.5%
45% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure38.6%
Asthma13.2%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity30.2%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.7%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death10,240/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access40.8%
Healthcare Facilities51
Fairfax has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 658 per 100,000 (66% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property658.4/100K
66% below US avg
Burglary219.5/100K
Theft438.9/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Fairfax has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.1°F
11% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.4 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall7.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation879 ft (268 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density1,322/sq mi
Coordinates36.5701°N, 96.7079°W
County FIPS40113
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.8%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 41.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+83.4%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,322/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities51
Restaurants46
Retail Stores105

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Work from Home1.6%

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