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Fairmont, NE

Nebraska

Fairmont is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 584. Residents earn $67,404 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
584 Population 508/sq mi density
$67,404 Median Income $34,958 per capita
$65,000 Home Value $166,103 Zillow
$627 Median Rent 26.3% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$67,404 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$65,000 home value, $627/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,404
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $65,000
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $627
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.5%
25% higher than US avg

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

People

Population584
Median Age61.5 yrs
Density508/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans10.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$67,404
Per Capita$34,958
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.5%
County GDP$560M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$65,000
Rent$627
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$166,103
Housing Units321
Rent Burden26.3%

Health

Obesity42.6%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking15.7%
Depression18.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain27.3 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation1,640 ft (500 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+96.2%
Graduate+3.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute21 min
Broadband62.5%
Libraries5

Is Fairmont a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fairmont is $67,404, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fairmont is $65,000, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $627 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Fairmont experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.3 inches, including 24.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Fairmont has a population of 584 with a density of 508 people per square mile. The median age is 61.5 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%).

Population

584
Total Population
508
People / sq mi
61.5yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Fairmont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fairmont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fairmont is $67,404, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Fairmont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,404
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,958
Avg Weekly Wage$1,022
IRS Avg AGI$81,693

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.5%
25% above US avg
Establishments (County)280
County GDP$560M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare18
Retail30
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,867
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Fairmont is $65,000, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $627 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $166,103.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$65,000
77% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$166,103

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$627
46% below US avg
Rent Burden26.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.1%
Housing Units321
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,867
18% below US avg
Effective Rate4.41%
In Fairmont, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.7% are current smokers. 18.5% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.6%
33% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.7%
12% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity27.8%
Depression18.5%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep30.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.7%
Dental Visits65.7%
Premature Death5,978/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities18
Fairmont has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.3 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.3 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall24.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,640 ft (500 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density508/sq mi
Coordinates40.6336°N, 97.5850°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.9-point margin. 62.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.8%
D 22%

Winner: Republican by 54.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+96.2%
Graduate Degree+3.6%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density508/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.5%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants8
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

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