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Fairmont, IL
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Fairmont, IL
At a Glance
How Fairmont Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fairmont's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fairmont a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fairmont residents earn a median household income of $59,244 , which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,400. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5% (53% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,463 business establishments, including 235 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fairmont is $147,400 , 48% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $178,301. Median rent is $1,372/month, with 24.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1958.
Safety & Crime
Fairmont reports 40 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 89% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,197/100K.
Education
17.2% of adults in Fairmont hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below the national average). 79.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fairmont has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.