Fairhope, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Fairhope is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,113. Residents earn $36,917 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,113 Population 1,309/sq mi density
$36,917 Median Income $29,922 per capita
$115,600 Home Value $168,027 Zillow
$883 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$36,917 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$115,600 home value, $883/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,917
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,600
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $883
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,113
Median Age51.9 yrs
Density1,309/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

B
Median Income$36,917
Per Capita$29,922
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$19,388M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,600
Rent$883
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,027

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Elevation938 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+89.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute17 min
Libraries22

Is Fairhope a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fairhope receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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 below-average incomes. Fairhope offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fairhope is $36,917, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fairhope is $115,600, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $883 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Fairhope experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 21.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Fairhope has a population of 1,113 with a density of 1,309 people per square mile. The median age is 51.9 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.6%).

Population

1,113
Total Population
1,309
People / sq mi
51.9yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.7%
Female 58.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Fairhope vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.0%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.0%
18% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fairhope vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fairhope is $36,917, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Fairhope vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,917
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,922
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$80,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,132
County GDP$19,388M

Business (County)

Restaurants780
Healthcare1,116
Retail1,146
Manufacturing486

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.8 min
Work from Home11.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Fairhope is $115,600, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $883 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,027.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,600
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$168,027
Median List Price$285,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$285,000
$/Sq Ft$159
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$883
24% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Rate5.28%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Premature Death8,507/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access89.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,116

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Safety Score

Fairhope has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall21.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation938 ft (286 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density1,309/sq mi
Coordinates40.1150°N, 79.8388°W
County FIPS42129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.9%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+89.7%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,309/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Restaurants780
Retail Stores1,146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.8 min
Work from Home11.4%

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