Fairport, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Fairport is a small town in Iowa with a population of 200.

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
200 Population 108/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $27,433 per capita
$219,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.3 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $219,700
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.0%
88% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 52.1%
320% higher than US avg

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

People

Population200
Median Age70.4 yrs
Density108/mi²
Male / Female41% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$27,433
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty52.1%
County GDP$12,607M
Commute32 min

Housing

Home Value$219,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.2%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.1 in/yr
Elevation732 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.0%
High School+80.1%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
Commute32 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries11

Is Fairport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fairport receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Fairport faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 52.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fairport is $219,700, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Fairport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches, including 21.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Fairport has a population of 200 with a density of 108 people per square mile. The median age is 70.4 years, 81% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

200
Total Population
108
People / sq mi
70.4yrs
Median Age
81% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.5%
Female 59.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Fairport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fairport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fairport is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 52.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Fairport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$27,433
Avg Weekly Wage$1,391
IRS Avg AGI$65,635

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate52.1%
320% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,880
County GDP$12,607M

Business (County)

Restaurants375
Healthcare405
Retail411
Manufacturing124

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,655
90% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fairport is $219,700, 22% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$219,700
22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,655
90% above US avg
Effective Rate3.03%
In Fairport, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.2% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.1%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression19.2%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate73.8%
Premature Death8,429/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access90.5%
Healthcare Facilities405

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Fairport has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.1 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall21.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation732 ft (223 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density108/sq mi
Coordinates41.4397°N, 90.9241°W
County FIPS17161
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 9.6-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.4%
D 53.9%

Winner: Democrat by 9.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.0%
88% below US avg
High School+80.1%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density108/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities405
Restaurants375
Retail Stores411

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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