Fairview, IL

Illinois

Fairview is a small town in Illinois with a population of 357. Residents earn $65,250 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
357 Population 85/sq mi density
$65,250 Median Income $37,153 per capita
$79,800 Home Value
$442 Median Rent 14.2% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$65,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,800 home value, $442/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,250
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,800
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.6%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $442
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population357
Median Age49.4 yrs
Density85/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans8.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,250
Per Capita$37,153
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$1,138M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,800
Rent$442
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden14.2%

Health

Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Elevation713 ft (217 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.6%
High School+97.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute24 min
Broadband91.3%
Libraries8

Is Fairview a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fairview is $65,250, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fairview is $79,800, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $442 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Fairview experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 24.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Fairview has a population of 357 with a density of 85 people per square mile. The median age is 49.4 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).

Population

357
Total Population
85
People / sq mi
49.4yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Fairview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fairview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fairview is $65,250, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Fairview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,250
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,153
Avg Weekly Wage$863
IRS Avg AGI$62,338

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)655
County GDP$1,138M

Business (County)

Restaurants72
Healthcare69
Retail96
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,667
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fairview is $79,800, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $442 (62% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,800
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$442
62% below US avg
Rent Burden14.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,667
33% above US avg
Effective Rate5.85%
In Fairview, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 20.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity20.8%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Checkup Rate75.3%
Premature Death8,637/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities69
Fairview has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall24.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation713 ft (217 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.9 km²)
Population Density85/sq mi
Coordinates40.6547°N, 90.1832°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.8-point margin. 91.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.9%
D 37.1%

Winner: Republican by 23.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.6%
42% below US avg
High School+97.4%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density85/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.3%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants72
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

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