Idaho
Fairfield is a small town in Idaho with a population of 519. Residents earn $77,917 per year, which is 4% above the national average.
Based on current data, Fairfield receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Fairfield stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Fairfield is $77,917, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Fairfield is $195,200, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,050 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Educational attainment is solid, with 35.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 71.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Fairfield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
| English Only | 96.2% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.8% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $77,917 |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $36,745 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,160 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $76,233 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 79 |
| County GDP | $118M |
| Restaurants | 5 |
| Healthcare | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Commute Time | 37.3 min |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |
| Census Median | $195,200 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $374,550 |
| $/Sq Ft | $149 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 90.3% |
| Price Drops | 25.0% |
| Inventory | 4 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,050 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
| Owner-Occupied | 63.8% |
| Obesity | 29.2% |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.5% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.5% |
| Depression | 24.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 85.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.3% |
| Food Environment | 4.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 7.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 42.1°F |
| 22% below US avg | |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 14.6 inches |
| 62% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 5,070 ft (1,545 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 590/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.3480°N, 114.8008°W |
| County FIPS | 16025 |
Winner: Republican by 54.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 35.8% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 71.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.43 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 590/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.9 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3 |
| Restaurants | 5 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 37.3 min |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |