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Fairton, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Fairton is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 918. Residents earn $62,250 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
918 Population 320/sq mi density
$62,250 Median Income $32,295 per capita
$171,300 Home Value
$1,553 Median Rent 34.6% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$62,250 median income, 6.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$171,300 home value, $1,553/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,250
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $171,300
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.3%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,553
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.1%
69% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population918
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density320/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 53%
Veterans11.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$62,250
Per Capita$32,295
Unemployment6.1%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$8,514M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$171,300
Rent$1,553
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units421
Rent Burden34.6%

Health

Obesity39.2%
Uninsured14.9%
Smoking18.3%
Depression18.5%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.3%
High School+86.2%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute25 min
Broadband85.6%
Libraries4

Is Fairton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fairton receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Fairton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fairton is $62,250, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fairton is $171,300, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,553 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Fairton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Fairton has a population of 918 with a density of 320 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.3%), with 15.3% Hispanic, 24% Black.

Population

918
Total Population
320
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Fairton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fairton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fairton is $62,250, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Fairton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,250
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,295
Avg Weekly Wage$1,110
IRS Avg AGI$59,037

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.1%
69% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,763
County GDP$8,514M

Business (County)

Restaurants243
Healthcare408
Retail478
Manufacturing152

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,658
90% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Fairton is $171,300, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,553 (34% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$171,300
39% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,553
34% above US avg
Rent Burden34.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,599
1 Bedroom$1,759
2 Bedrooms$2,132
3 Bedrooms$2,658
4 Bedrooms$3,005

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.1%
Housing Units421
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,658
90% above US avg
Effective Rate3.89%
In Fairton, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% of residents lack health insurance. 18.3% are current smokers. 18.5% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.3%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.3%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression18.5%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep43.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.3%
Uninsured14.9%
73% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits57.5%
Premature Death10,760/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access88.9%
Healthcare Facilities408
Fairton has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density320/sq mi
Coordinates39.3734°N, 75.2088°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34011
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.8-point margin. 85.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.3%
D 47.6%

Winner: Republican by 3.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.3%
72% below US avg
High School+86.2%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score6.24
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density320/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities408
Restaurants243
Retail Stores478

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home4.1%

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