Fairfax, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · Osage County County
Fairfax, OK
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 $39,063 , which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,092. The unemployment rate stands at 14.7% (308% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 560 business establishments, including 46 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fairfax is $53,500 , 81% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $73,976. Median rent is $570/month, with 27.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1952.
Safety & Crime
Fairfax reports 274 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 28% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,828/100K.
Education
12.1% of adults in Fairfax hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below the national average). 83.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.