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Fairfield, NC
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Fairfield, NC
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 $39,659 , which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $14,221. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 211 business establishments, including 29 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fairfield is $154,500 , 45% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $167,334. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1997.
Safety & Crime
Fairfield reports 251 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 34% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,694/100K.
Education
11.7% of adults in Fairfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below the national average). 73.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fairfield has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.