Fairfield, OK

Oklahoma

Fairfield is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 646. Residents earn $85,625 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
646 Population 132/sq mi density
$85,625 Median Income $31,171 per capita
$106,500 Home Value
$443 Median Rent 30.7% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$85,625 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,500 home value, $443/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,625
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $106,500
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $443
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 48.1%
50% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.6%
98% higher than US avg

How Fairfield Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population646
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density132/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 29%

Economy

B
Median Income$85,625
Per Capita$31,171
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty24.6%
County GDP$593M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,500
Rent$443
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden30.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity48.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease9.0%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation1,157 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.7%
High School+91.6%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute34 min
Libraries2

Is Fairfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fairfield receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, 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 $85,625, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 24.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fairfield is $106,500, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $443 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Fairfield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Fairfield has a population of 646 with a density of 132 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (70%), with 28.9% White.

Population

646
Total Population
132
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
4.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Fairfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fairfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fairfield is $85,625, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Fairfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,625
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,171
Avg Weekly Wage$815
IRS Avg AGI$44,121

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.6%
98% above US avg
Establishments (County)355
County GDP$593M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare17
Retail57
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,870
47% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.0 min
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Fairfield is $106,500, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $443 (62% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,500
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$443
62% below US avg
Rent Burden30.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$744
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$995
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,501

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,870
47% below US avg
Effective Rate1.76%
In Fairfield, 48.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 42.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity48.1%
50% above US avg
Diabetes17.0%
Heart Disease9.0%
High Blood Pressure41.8%
Asthma14.7%
COPD11.6%
Stroke5.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.0%
Physical Inactivity42.3%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress23.7%
Physical Distress20.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death16,046/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access15.8%
Healthcare Facilities17

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Fairfield has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.1°F
9% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,157 ft (353 m)
Area4.9 sq mi (12.6 km²)
Population Density132/sq mi
Coordinates35.8375°N, 94.6082°W
County FIPS40001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.8%
D 17.8%

Winner: Republican by 63 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.7%
77% below US avg
High School+91.6%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density132/sq mi
Total Area4.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants25
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.0 min
Work from Home5.8%

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