Median Income
$75,000
0% lower than US avg
Home Value
$233,500
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,160
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.6%
10% higher than US avg
How Fairfield Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population607
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density979/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Economy
A
Median Income$75,000
Per Capita$28,117
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty13.6%
County GDP$40,044M
Commute39 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$233,500
Rent$1,160
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$290,677
Rent Burden19.7%
Health
Obesity34.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Elevation2,579 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+94.3%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 51% / D 46%
Commute39 min
Libraries19
Is Fairfield a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Fairfield receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. 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 $75,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Fairfield is $233,500, 17% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,160 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Fairfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches, including 26.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Fairfield has a population of 607 with a density of 979 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.2%), with 6.6% Hispanic, 1.6% Black.
Population
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above 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 $75,000, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.
Income: Fairfield vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $75,000 |
| 0% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,117 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,259 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,041 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.6% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 15,669 |
| County GDP | $40,044M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,237 |
| Healthcare | 1,797 |
| Retail | 1,585 |
| Manufacturing | 523 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,236 |
| 78% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.67% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 39.4 min |
| Work from Home | 10.1% |
The median home value in Fairfield is $233,500, 17% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,160 (0% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $290,677.
Home Values
| Census Median | $233,500 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $290,677 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,160 |
| 0% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 19.7% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,236 |
| 78% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.67% |
In Fairfield, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 18.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Fairfield vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.9% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.3% |
| Asthma | 12.4% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.9% |
| Depression | 28.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.9% |
| Premature Death | 8,070/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 87.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,797 |
Crime Rates: Fairfield vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 40 |
| FEMA Disasters | 819 |
Safety Score
Fairfield has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 48.1°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 18.4 inches |
| 52% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 26.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,579 ft (786 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 979/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.3848°N, 117.1748°W |
| County FIPS | 53063 |