Fairfield Plantation, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Fairfield Plantation is a small city in Georgia with a population of 6,231. Residents earn $97,133 per year, which is 29% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
6,231 Population 1,523/sq mi density
$97,133 Median Income $39,508 per capita
$293,100 Home Value
$1,652 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$97,133 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$293,100 home value, $1,652/mo rent
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
43.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,133
29% higher than US avg
Home Value $293,100
4% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.0%
28% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,652
42% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.9%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,231
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density1,523/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

A+
Median Income$97,133
Per Capita$39,508
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$8,179M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$293,100
Rent$1,652
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain56.2 in/yr
Elevation1,137 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.0%
High School+96.8%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 65%
Commute34 min
Libraries3

Is Fairfield Plantation a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fairfield Plantation receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Fairfield Plantation stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fairfield Plantation is $97,133, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fairfield Plantation is $293,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,652 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Fairfield Plantation enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Fairfield Plantation has a population of 6,231 with a density of 1,523 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.8%), with 18.2% Black.

Population

6,231
Total Population
1,523
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Fairfield Plantation vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fairfield Plantation vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fairfield Plantation is $97,133, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Fairfield Plantation vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,133
29% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,508
Avg Weekly Wage$1,114
IRS Avg AGI$58,857

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,527
County GDP$8,179M

Business (County)

Restaurants275
Healthcare332
Retail438
Manufacturing94

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,137
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.1 min
Work from Home13.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Fairfield Plantation is $293,100, 4% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,652 (42% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$293,100
4% above US avg
Median List Price$425,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$425,000
$/Sq Ft$174
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio98.0%
Price Drops24.0%
Inventory50

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,652
42% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$979
1 Bedroom$1,023
2 Bedrooms$1,203
3 Bedrooms$1,524
4 Bedrooms$1,775

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,137
18% above US avg
Effective Rate1.41%
In Fairfield Plantation, 31.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.9%
1% below US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death8,876/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access76.2%
Healthcare Facilities332

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Fairfield Plantation has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average60.1°F
11% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.2 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,137 ft (347 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.6 km²)
Population Density1,523/sq mi
Coordinates33.6447°N, 84.9284°W
County FIPS13097
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 43.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 31.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.9%
D 65.4%

Winner: Democrat by 31.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.0%
28% above US avg
High School+96.8%
School Test Score4.92
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,523/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities332
Restaurants275
Retail Stores438

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.1 min
Work from Home13.6%

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