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Fairfield, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Fairfield is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 638. Residents earn $59,063 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
638 Population 952/sq mi density
$59,063 Median Income $29,699 per capita
$219,000 Home Value $342,538 Zillow
$1,111 Median Rent 31.8% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
394 Violent Crime/100K 1,578 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$59,063 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$219,000 home value, $1,111/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
394 violent crimes/100K (4% above avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,063
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $219,000
22% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 394/100K
4% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.2%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,111
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.4%
56% higher than US avg

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

People

Population638
Median Age48.2 yrs
Density952/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans10.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,063
Per Capita$29,699
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty19.4%
County GDP$4,729M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$219,000
Rent$1,111
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$342,538
Housing Units297
Rent Burden31.8%

Crime

F
Violent394/100K
Property1,578/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault197/100K
Burglary197/100K

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation606 ft (185 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.2%
High School+93.6%
Graduate+12.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute30 min
Broadband89.8%
EV Stations3
Libraries6

Is Fairfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fairfield receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Fairfield has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fairfield is $59,063, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. The poverty rate of 19.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fairfield is $219,000, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,111 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 394 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,578 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Fairfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Fairfield has a population of 638 with a density of 952 people per square mile. The median age is 48.2 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%).

Population

638
Total Population
952
People / sq mi
48.2yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Fairfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fairfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fairfield is $59,063, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Fairfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,063
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,699
Avg Weekly Wage$1,049
IRS Avg AGI$75,220

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.4%
56% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,237
County GDP$4,729M

Business (County)

Restaurants225
Healthcare165
Retail307
Manufacturing106

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,531
58% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Fairfield is $219,000, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,111 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $342,538.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$219,000
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$342,538

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$250
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio101.6%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,111
4% below US avg
Rent Burden31.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.3%
Housing Units297
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,531
58% above US avg
Effective Rate2.53%
Fairfield has a violent crime rate of 394 per 100,000 residents, 4% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,578 per 100,000 (19% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent394.5/100K
4% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape197.2/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault197.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,577.9/100K
19% below US avg
Burglary197.2/100K
Theft1,380.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Fairfield has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.4 inches
22% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation606 ft (185 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density952/sq mi
Coordinates39.7890°N, 77.3698°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42001
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.6-point margin. 89.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.4%
D 32.7%

Winner: Republican by 33.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.2%
40% below US avg
High School+93.6%
Graduate Degree+12.4%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density952/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.8%
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities165
Restaurants225
Retail Stores307

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

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