Median Income
$60,250
20% lower than US avg
Home Value
$266,200
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
24.5%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$993
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.5%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Fairlee Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population100
Median Age58.6 yrs
Density167/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
A
Median Income$60,250
Per Capita$42,366
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,759M
Commute14 min
Housing
A
Home Value$266,200
Rent$993
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$375,236
Health
Obesity31.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease4.8%
Climate
Avg Temp44°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain39.9 in/yr
Elevation429 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+24.5%
High School+92.6%
School Score6.02
Community
2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
Commute14 min
Broadband75.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries24
Is Fairlee a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Fairlee receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Fairlee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Fairlee is $60,250, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Fairlee is $266,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $993 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Fairlee has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.
Fairlee has a population of 100 with a density of 167 people per square mile. The median age is 58.6 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%).
Population
58.6yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.4% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.6% |
| 43% below US avg |
The median household income in Fairlee is $60,250, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,250 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $42,366 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,209 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,103 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,052 |
| County GDP | $3,759M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 199 |
| Healthcare | 168 |
| Retail | 245 |
| Manufacturing | 110 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $11,255 |
| 222% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.23% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 14.1 min |
| Work from Home | 14.0% |
The median home value in Fairlee is $266,200, 6% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $993 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $375,236.
Home Values
| Census Median | $266,200 |
| 6% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $375,236 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $993 |
| 15% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,124 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,203 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,487 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,922 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,111 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $11,255 |
| 222% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.23% |
In Fairlee, 31.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Fairlee vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.5% |
| 2% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.0% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.1% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.1% |
| Depression | 27.5% |
| Mental Distress | 16.6% |
| Physical Distress | 11.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.4% |
| Premature Death | 8,663/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 168 |
Crime Rates: Fairlee vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Fairlee has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.
Temperature
18°F Jan (-8°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 44.4°F |
| 18% below US avg |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 39.9 inches |
| 5% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 31.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 429 ft (131 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 167/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.8938°N, 72.1591°W |
| County FIPS | 50027 |