Fairplay, CO

Colorado · Metropolitan Area

Fairplay is a small town in Colorado with a population of 851. Residents earn $82,031 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
851 Population 740/sq mi density
$82,031 Median Income $48,670 per capita
$411,000 Home Value $590,003 Zillow
$1,634 Median Rent
37°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$82,031 median income, 1.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$411,000 home value, $1,634/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
33.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,031
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $411,000
46% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.1%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,634
40% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.8%
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population851
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density740/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,031
Per Capita$48,670
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$696M
Commute23 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$411,000
Rent$1,634
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$590,003

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity22.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain15.1 in/yr
Elevation9,933 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.1%
High School+98.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute23 min
EV Stations2
Libraries4

Is Fairplay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fairplay receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Fairplay stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fairplay is $82,031, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fairplay is $411,000, 46% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,634 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Fairplay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Fairplay has a population of 851 with a density of 740 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.9%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.

Population

851
Total Population
740
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Fairplay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fairplay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fairplay is $82,031, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Fairplay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,031
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,670
Avg Weekly Wage$1,054
IRS Avg AGI$84,442

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)696
County GDP$696M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare23
Retail55
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,029
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Work from Home13.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Fairplay is $411,000, 46% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,634 (40% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $590,003.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$411,000
46% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$590,003
Median List Price$875,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$875,000
$/Sq Ft$258
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio94.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,634
40% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,083
1 Bedroom$1,161
2 Bedrooms$1,429
3 Bedrooms$1,861
4 Bedrooms$2,178

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied53.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,029
13% below US avg
Effective Rate0.74%
In Fairplay, 22.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.4% report depression. 14.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.8%
29% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure25.6%
Asthma11.2%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity14.8%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.7%
Checkup Rate69.9%
Premature Death7,198/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access52.1%
Healthcare Facilities23

Crime Rates: Fairplay vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Fairplay has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average36.6°F
32% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.1 inches
60% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation9,933 ft (3,028 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density740/sq mi
Coordinates39.2243°N, 105.9984°W
County FIPS08093
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 33.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.7%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 16.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.1%
2% below US avg
High School+98.5%
School Test Score5.90
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density740/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants53
Retail Stores55

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Work from Home13.6%

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