Fairfield, ID

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.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
519 Population 590/sq mi density
$77,917 Median Income $36,745 per capita
$195,200 Home Value $374,550 Zillow
$1,050 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$77,917 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$195,200 home value, $1,050/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
35.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,917
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $195,200
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.8%
6% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,050
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.2%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population519
Median Age34.7 yrs
Density590/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 70%

Economy

A+
Median Income$77,917
Per Capita$36,745
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$118M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$195,200
Rent$1,050
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$374,550

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain14.6 in/yr
Elevation5,070 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.8%
High School+71.3%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 21%
Commute37 min
Libraries1

Is Fairfield a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Fairfield has a population of 519 with a density of 590 people per square mile. The median age is 34.7 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.3%), with 5% Hispanic.

Population

519
Total Population
590
People / sq mi
34.7yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.8%
Female 63.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Fairfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fairfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fairfield is $77,917, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Fairfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,917
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,745
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$76,233

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)79
County GDP$118M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare3
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.3 min
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Fairfield is $195,200, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,050 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $374,550.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$195,200
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$374,550

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$149
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio90.3%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,050
10% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$898
1 Bedroom$950
2 Bedrooms$1,173
3 Bedrooms$1,619
4 Bedrooms$1,949

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.8%

Property Tax

In Fairfield, 29.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.2%
9% below US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.1%
Checkup Rate71.3%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.6/10
Exercise Access7.1%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Fairfield has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.1°F
22% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.6 inches
62% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,070 ft (1,545 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density590/sq mi
Coordinates43.3480°N, 114.8008°W
County FIPS16025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 35.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 21%

Winner: Republican by 54.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.8%
6% above US avg
High School+71.3%
School Test Score5.43
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density590/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants5

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.3 min
Work from Home5.6%

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