Fairfield, ME
Full City Profile · Maine · Kennebec County County
Fairfield, ME
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 $50,718 , which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,246. The unemployment rate stands at 3.0% (17% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 27.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,431 business establishments, including 314 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fairfield is $140,200 , 50% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $238,295. Median rent is $947/month, with 35.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1942.
Safety & Crime
Fairfield reports 122 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 68% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,227/100K.
Education
9.7% of adults in Fairfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below the national average). 97.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fairfield has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.