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Fairfield, IL
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Fairfield, IL
At a Glance
How Fairfield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fairfield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fairfield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fairfield residents earn a median household income of $41,026 , which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,524. The unemployment rate stands at 1.7% (53% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 379 business establishments, including 36 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fairfield is $91,800 , 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $120,091. Median rent is $558/month, with 30.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1958.
Safety & Crime
Fairfield reports 161 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 58% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,540/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
14.6% of adults in Fairfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below the national average). 91.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fairfield has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.