Fairview, KS

Kansas

Fairview is a small town in Kansas with a population of 287. Residents earn $58,000 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
287 Population 844/sq mi density
$58,000 Median Income $39,149 per capita
$110,700 Home Value $191,330 Zillow
$756 Median Rent 23.3% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$58,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,700 home value, $756/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,000
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,700
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $756
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

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

People

Population287
Median Age62.3 yrs
Density844/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans4.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,000
Per Capita$39,149
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.8%
County GDP$702M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,700
Rent$756
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$191,330
Rent Burden23.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Elevation1,220 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+93.3%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute18 min
Broadband89.2%
Libraries3

Is Fairview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fairview receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. 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 $58,000, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fairview is $110,700, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $756 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Fairview experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Fairview has a population of 287 with a density of 844 people per square mile. The median age is 62.3 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.6%), with 2.1% Black.

Population

287
Total Population
844
People / sq mi
62.3yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.8%
Female 42.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Fairview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.3%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.7%
28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fairview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fairview is $58,000, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Fairview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,000
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,149
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$82,735

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)339
County GDP$702M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare35
Retail35
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,643
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.6 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fairview is $110,700, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $756 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $191,330.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,700
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$191,330

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$756
35% below US avg
Rent Burden23.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,643
4% above US avg
Effective Rate3.29%
In Fairview, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.9%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death11,703/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access60.1%
Healthcare Facilities35

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Fairview has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.7 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall16.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,220 ft (372 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density844/sq mi
Coordinates39.8396°N, 95.7281°W
County FIPS20013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.9-point margin. 89.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 25%

Winner: Republican by 47.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+93.3%
School Test Score5.80
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density844/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.2%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants25
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.6 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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