Maryland
Fairlee is a small town in Maryland with a population of 259. Residents earn $114,063 per year, which is 52% above the national average.
Based on current data, Fairlee receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Fairlee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Fairlee is $114,063, which is significantly higher than the national average — 52% above $75,149. This places Fairlee among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 26.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Fairlee is $271,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,116 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Fairlee enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches, including 16.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 92.5% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 7.5% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $114,063 |
| 52% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $44,247 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,017 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,043 |
| Unemployment | 5.9% |
| 64% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 26.4% |
| 113% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 750 |
| County GDP | $1,248M |
| Restaurants | 60 |
| Healthcare | 67 |
| Retail | 79 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,689 |
| 63% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.10% |
| Commute Time | 49.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 96.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $271,200 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $1,116 |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 19.1% |
| Studio | $1,312 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,400 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,648 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,123 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 75.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,689 |
| 63% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.10% |
| Obesity | 35.4% |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 4.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.4% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 4.9% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.7% |
| Depression | 22.4% |
| Mental Distress | 16.2% |
| Physical Distress | 10.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 81.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.6% |
| Premature Death | 8,863/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 43.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 67 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Annual Average | 56.0°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.0 inches |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 16.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 41 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 3.8 sq mi (9.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 68/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.2259°N, 76.1663°W |
| County FIPS | 24029 |
Winner: Republican by 2.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.1% |
| 76% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.85 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 68/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.8 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 94.0% |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 67 |
| Restaurants | 60 |
| Retail Stores | 79 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 49.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 96.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |