Fairport, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Fairport is a small city in New York with a population of 5,436. Residents earn $99,805 per year, which is 33% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
5,436 Population 3,441/sq mi density
$99,805 Median Income $54,724 per capita
$262,600 Home Value $384,043 Zillow
$1,135 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$99,805 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$262,600 home value, $1,135/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
53.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $99,805
33% higher than US avg
Home Value $262,600
7% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 53.7%
59% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,135
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.7%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.8%
52% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,436
Median Age45.9 yrs
Density3,441/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A
Median Income$99,805
Per Capita$54,724
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty18.8%
County GDP$65,111M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$262,600
Rent$1,135
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$384,043

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI36 (Good)
Elevation487 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+53.7%
High School+92.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 60%
Commute20 min
EV Stations6
Libraries32

Is Fairport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fairport receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Fairport stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fairport is $99,805, which is significantly higher than the national average — 33% above $75,149. This places Fairport among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. The poverty rate of 18.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fairport is $262,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,135 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Fairport is a highly educated community — 53.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Fairport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Fairport has a population of 5,436 with a density of 3,441 people per square mile. The median age is 45.9 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%).

Population

5,436
Total Population
3,441
People / sq mi
45.9yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Fairport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fairport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fairport is $99,805, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Fairport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$99,805
33% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,724
Avg Weekly Wage$1,285
IRS Avg AGI$79,318

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.8%
52% above US avg
Establishments (County)19,654
County GDP$65,111M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,703
Healthcare1,969
Retail2,216
Manufacturing812

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,794
180% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.0 min
Work from Home19.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Fairport is $262,600, 7% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,135 (2% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $384,043.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$262,600
7% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$384,043
Median List Price$377,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$377,400
$/Sq Ft$226
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio120.4%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,135
2% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,793

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,794
180% above US avg
Effective Rate3.73%
In Fairport, 28.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 20.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.7%
11% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma10.8%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity20.0%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death7,510/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access93.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,969

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45

Safety Score

Fairport has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation487 ft (148 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density3,441/sq mi
Coordinates43.0995°N, 77.4431°W
County FIPS36055
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 53.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.5%
D 59.5%

Winner: Democrat by 19.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+53.7%
59% above US avg
High School+92.0%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,441/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries32
Healthcare Facilities1,969
Restaurants1,703
Retail Stores2,216

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)45

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.0 min
Work from Home19.4%

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