Fairview, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Fairview is a small town in Indiana with a population of 156.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
156 Population 289/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $33,585 per capita
$9,999 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $9,999
96% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.1%
37% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.4%
161% higher than US avg

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

People

Population156
Median Age59.4 yrs
Density289/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans83.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,585
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty32.4%
County GDP$5,403M
Commute35 min

Housing

Home Value$9,999
RentN/A
Ownership74.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.4 in/yr
Elevation976 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute35 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries5

Is Fairview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fairview receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Fairview has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 32.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fairview is $9,999, 96% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Fairview experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.4 inches, including 20.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Fairview has a population of 156 with a density of 289 people per square mile. The median age is 59.4 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

156
Total Population
289
People / sq mi
59.4yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Fairview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Fairview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fairview is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 32.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Fairview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,585
Avg Weekly Wage$987
IRS Avg AGI$58,728

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate32.4%
161% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,354
County GDP$5,403M

Business (County)

Restaurants220
Healthcare342
Retail387
Manufacturing106

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,457
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate34.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fairview is $9,999, 96% below the national average. 74.7% of homes are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,999
96% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.7%
Owner-Occupied74.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,457
1% below US avg
Effective Rate34.57%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death12,615/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access76.2%
Healthcare Facilities342

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Fairview has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.4 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall20.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation976 ft (297 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density289/sq mi
Coordinates40.2985°N, 85.1982°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18035
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15.8-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57%
D 41.2%

Winner: Republican by 15.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.1%
37% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.01
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density289/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities342
Restaurants220
Retail Stores387

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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