Median Income
$39,659
47% lower than US avg
Home Value
$154,500
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.7%
65% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.0%
44% lower than US avg
How Fairfield Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population276
Median Age18.9 yrs
Density39/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 48%
Veterans3.4%
Economy
B+
Median Income$39,659
Per Capita$14,221
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$231M
Commute86 min
Housing
A
Home Value$154,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$167,334
Health
Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease7.1%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain54.1 in/yr
Elevation13 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.7%
High School+73.7%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute86 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries2
Is Fairfield a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Fairfield receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. 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 $39,659, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 86 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Fairfield is $154,500, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.7% 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 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Fairfield has a population of 276 with a density of 39 people per square mile. The median age is 18.9 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (47.5%), with 43.5% Black.
Population
18.9yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Fairfield vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Fairfield vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Fairfield is $39,659, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 86 minutes.
Income: Fairfield vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $39,659 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $14,221 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $822 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,826 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.0% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 211 |
| County GDP | $231M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 29 |
| Healthcare | 6 |
| Retail | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,100 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.01% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 85.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 0.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Fairfield is $154,500, 45% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $167,334.
Home Values
| Census Median | $154,500 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $167,334 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,100 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.01% |
In Fairfield, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Fairfield vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.1% |
| 28% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.5% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.7% |
| Asthma | 12.9% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.7% |
| Depression | 27.4% |
| Mental Distress | 21.1% |
| Physical Distress | 15.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.7% |
| Premature Death | 8,578/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 3.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 54.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6 |
Crime Rates: Fairfield vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Fairfield has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 60.2°F |
| 11% above US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 54.1 inches |
| 42% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 7.0 sq mi (18.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 39/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.5504°N, 76.2265°W |
| County FIPS | 37095 |