Fairhope, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Baldwin County County
Fairhope, AL
At a Glance
How Fairhope Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fairhope's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fairhope a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fairhope residents earn a median household income of $86,509 , which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,160. The unemployment rate stands at 3.6% (0% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 8,757 business establishments, including 648 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fairhope is $406,500 , 44% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $469,998. Median rent is $1,637/month, with 35.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1997.
Safety & Crime
Fairhope reports 112 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 70% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,164/100K.
Education
53.4% of adults in Fairhope hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% above the national average). 94.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fairhope has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 65.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.