Median Income
$55,313
26% lower than US avg
Home Value
$79,300
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.4%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$567
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.8%
19% higher than US avg
How Fairmount Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population316
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density958/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Economy
B+
Median Income$55,313
Per Capita$35,974
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty14.8%
County GDP$1,478M
Commute15 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$79,300
Rent$567
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$133,986
Health
Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation984 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.4%
High School+90.6%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute15 min
Libraries2
Is Fairmount a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Fairmount receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Fairmount offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Fairmount is $55,313, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 14.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Fairmount is $79,300, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $567 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Fairmount has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Fairmount has a population of 316 with a density of 958 people per square mile. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.6%), with 9.2% Hispanic.
Population
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Fairmount vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.7% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.3% |
| 46% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Fairmount vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Fairmount is $55,313, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.
Income: Fairmount vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $55,313 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,974 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,042 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $84,658 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.8% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 704 |
| County GDP | $1,478M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 43 |
| Healthcare | 48 |
| Retail | 71 |
| Manufacturing | 39 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,825 |
| 38% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.08% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 14.6 min |
| Work from Home | 1.3% |
The median home value in Fairmount is $79,300, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $567 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $133,986.
Home Values
| Census Median | $79,300 |
| 72% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $133,986 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $151 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 103.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $567 |
| 51% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,825 |
| 38% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.08% |
In Fairmount, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Fairmount vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.3% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.4% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.3% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 4.9% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.4% |
| Depression | 21.8% |
| Mental Distress | 14.7% |
| Physical Distress | 10.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.2% |
| Premature Death | 7,004/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 48 |
Crime Rates: Fairmount vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Fairmount has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
9°F Jan (-13°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 42.1°F |
| 22% below US avg |
| January Average | 9°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 984 ft (300 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 958/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.0547°N, 96.6029°W |
| County FIPS | 38077 |