North Carolina
Fairmont is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 2,326. Residents earn $36,493 per year, which is 51% below the national average.
Based on current data, Fairmont receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Fairmont has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Fairmont is $36,493, 51% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 28.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
The median home value in Fairmont is $88,500, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $662 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 1,101 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,275 per 100,000, 220% above the national average.
17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Fairmont enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 97.9% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.1% |
| 84% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $36,493 |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,700 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $884 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $45,814 |
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 28.3% |
| 128% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,176 |
| County GDP | $5,045M |
| Restaurants | 189 |
| Healthcare | 289 |
| Retail | 381 |
| Manufacturing | 58 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,882 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.26% |
| Commute Time | 24.1 min |
| Work from Home | 1.9% |
| Census Median | $88,500 |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $88,093 |
| Census Median Rent | $662 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 46.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,882 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.26% |
| Obesity | 50.7% |
| 58% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.7% |
| Heart Disease | 7.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 46.4% |
| Asthma | 13.7% |
| COPD | 10.2% |
| Stroke | 5.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 10.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.3% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 21.0% |
| Physical Distress | 16.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 82.3% |
| Premature Death | 18,938/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 289 |
| Total Violent | 1,100.9/100K |
| 190% above US avg | |
| Murder | 36.7/100K |
| 483% above US avg | |
| Rape | 73.4/100K |
| Robbery | 403.7/100K |
| Assault | 587.2/100K |
| Total Property | 6,275.2/100K |
| 220% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 2,018.4/100K |
| Theft | 3,963.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 293.6/100K |
| Arson | 36.7/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 59 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.6°F |
| 14% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.4 inches |
| 35% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 118 ft (36 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 843/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.4948°N, 79.1132°W |
| County FIPS | 37155 |
Winner: Republican by 27.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.9% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 843/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.8 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 289 |
| Restaurants | 189 |
| Retail Stores | 381 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 59 |
| Avg Commute | 24.1 min |
| Work from Home | 1.9% |