Fairfield, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Fairfield is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 187. Residents earn $88,073 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
187 Population 645/sq mi density
$88,073 Median Income $28,961 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$88,073 median income, 1.1% unemployment
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
6.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,073
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.9%
80% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% 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

Population187
Median Age59.8 yrs
Density645/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,073
Per Capita$28,961
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,394M
Commute37 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.6 in/yr
Elevation710 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.9%
High School+96.6%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute37 min
Libraries4

Is Fairfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fairfield receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Fairfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fairfield is $88,073, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 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.

Education

6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Fairfield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches, including 11.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Fairfield has a population of 187 with a density of 645 people per square mile. The median age is 59.8 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

187
Total Population
645
People / sq mi
59.8yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39%
Female 61%

Race & Ethnicity

Fairfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fairfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fairfield is $88,073, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (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$88,073
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$28,961
Avg Weekly Wage$1,090
IRS Avg AGI$68,175

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,530
County GDP$2,394M

Business (County)

Restaurants75
Healthcare128
Retail157
Manufacturing61

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,631
4% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.0 min
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,631
4% above US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Premature Death10,516/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access61.4%
Healthcare Facilities128

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Fairfield has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.6 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall11.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation710 ft (216 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density645/sq mi
Coordinates37.9312°N, 85.3861°W
County FIPS21179
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.3%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 41.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.9%
80% below US avg
High School+96.6%
School Test Score5.50
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density645/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities128
Restaurants75
Retail Stores157

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.0 min
Work from Home1.9%

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