Fairfield Bay, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Van Buren County County
Fairfield Bay, AR
At a Glance
How Fairfield Bay Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fairfield Bay's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fairfield Bay a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fairfield Bay residents earn a median household income of $54,735 , which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,633. The unemployment rate stands at 1.7% (53% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 350 business establishments, including 21 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fairfield Bay is $157,300 , 44% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $145,236. Median rent is $888/month, with 47.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 86.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1982.
Safety & Crime
Fairfield Bay reports 229 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 40% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,373/100K.
Education
31.3% of adults in Fairfield Bay hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below the national average). 95.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fairfield Bay has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.8 inches.