Fairview, KY

Kentucky

Fairview is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 135. Residents earn $70,625 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
135 Population 112/sq mi density
$70,625 Median Income $40,993 per capita
$137,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$137,500 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,625
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $137,500
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population135
Median Age56.4 yrs
Density112/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans83.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,625
Per Capita$40,993
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$569M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Elevation676 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+76.4%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute25 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries2

Is Fairview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fairview receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. 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 $70,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fairview is $137,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Fairview enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Fairview has a population of 135 with a density of 112 people per square mile. The median age is 56.4 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

135
Total Population
112
People / sq mi
56.4yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Fairview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.9%
12% below US avg
Spanish31.1%
132% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Fairview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fairview is $70,625, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Fairview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,625
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,993
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$60,227

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)323
County GDP$569M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare15
Retail44
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,879
46% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Work from Home14.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Fairview is $137,500, 51% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,500
51% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,879
46% below US avg
Effective Rate1.37%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate55.6%
Premature Death11,430/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access33.7%
Healthcare Facilities15

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 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.4°F
6% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.1 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation676 ft (206 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density112/sq mi
Coordinates36.8422°N, 87.3108°W
County FIPS21219
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.9-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%
D 20.6%

Winner: Republican by 57.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.4%
51% below US avg
High School+76.4%
School Test Score5.50
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density112/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants11
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Work from Home14.7%

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