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Fairfax, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Allendale County County
Fairfax, SC
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 $41,328 , which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,462. The unemployment rate stands at 4.9% (36% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 178 business establishments, including 12 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fairfax is $54,400 , 81% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $86,832. Median rent is $702/month, with 22.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1983.
Safety & Crime
Fairfax reports 963 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 154% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,698/100K.
Education
8.5% of adults in Fairfax hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below the national average). 81.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 2.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fairfax has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.