Fairview, AL

Alabama

Fairview is a small town in Alabama with a population of 681. Residents earn $46,750 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
681 Population 347/sq mi density
$46,750 Median Income $28,320 per capita
$215,400 Home Value $244,287 Zillow
$755 Median Rent 38.0% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$46,750 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$215,400 home value, $755/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,750
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $215,400
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.7%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $755
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.5%
57% higher than US avg

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

People

Population681
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density347/mi²
Male / Female60% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$46,750
Per Capita$28,320
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty19.5%
County GDP$4,285M
Commute29 min

Housing

A
Home Value$215,400
Rent$755
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$244,287
Rent Burden38.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain58.7 in/yr
Elevation945 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+78.2%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 90% / D 9%
Commute29 min
Broadband86.1%
Libraries6

Is Fairview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fairview receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Fairview offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fairview is $46,750, 38% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fairview is $215,400, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $755 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Fairview enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Fairview has a population of 681 with a density of 347 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.2%), with 5.7% Hispanic.

Population

681
Total Population
347
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.5%
Female 40.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Fairview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.6%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.4%
15% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fairview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fairview is $46,750, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Fairview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,750
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,320
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$69,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.5%
57% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,308
County GDP$4,285M

Business (County)

Restaurants143
Healthcare215
Retail361
Manufacturing105

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,036
42% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Drive Alone80.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Fairview is $215,400, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $755 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $244,287.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$215,400
24% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$244,287

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$755
35% below US avg
Rent Burden38.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,036
42% below US avg
Effective Rate0.95%
In Fairview, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma9.4%
COPD6.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity25.1%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.7%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death11,853/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access47.1%
Healthcare Facilities215

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)27
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Fairview has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.9°F
11% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.7 inches
54% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation945 ft (288 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density347/sq mi
Coordinates34.2502°N, 86.6777°W
County FIPS01043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 80.5-point margin. 86.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 89.9%
D 9.4%

Winner: Republican by 80.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.7%
50% below US avg
High School+78.2%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density347/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.1%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities215
Restaurants143
Retail Stores361

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)27
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Drive Alone80.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

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