Fairland, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Fairland is a small town in Indiana with a population of 626. Residents earn $47,500 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
626 Population 549/sq mi density
$47,500 Median Income $31,636 per capita
$179,900 Home Value $267,433 Zillow
$867 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$47,500 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$179,900 home value, $867/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,500
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $179,900
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $867
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.4%
32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population626
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density549/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,500
Per Capita$31,636
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$2,846M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$179,900
Rent$867
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$267,433

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Elevation768 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+91.3%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute31 min
Libraries3

Is Fairland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fairland receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Fairland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fairland is $47,500, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fairland is $179,900, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $867 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Fairland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Fairland has a population of 626 with a density of 549 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%).

Population

626
Total Population
549
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Fairland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fairland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fairland is $47,500, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Fairland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,500
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,636
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$68,775

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.4%
32% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,013
County GDP$2,846M

Business (County)

Restaurants84
Healthcare96
Retail124
Manufacturing70

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,666
24% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.8 min
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Fairland is $179,900, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $867 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $267,433.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$179,900
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$267,433

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$867
25% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,666
24% below US avg
Effective Rate1.48%
In Fairland, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death9,559/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access50.9%
Healthcare Facilities96

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Fairland has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation768 ft (234 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density549/sq mi
Coordinates39.5848°N, 85.8624°W
County FIPS18145
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%
D 25.1%

Winner: Republican by 48 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.0%
61% below US avg
High School+91.3%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density549/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities96
Restaurants84
Retail Stores124

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.8 min
Work from Home9.1%

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