Median Income
$80,903
8% higher than US avg
Home Value
$178,800
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$689
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.2%
58% lower than US avg
How Fairview Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population919
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density1,149/mi²
Male / Female56% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
B+
Median Income$80,903
Per Capita$28,259
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$1,188M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$178,800
Rent$689
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$256,563
Rent Burden23.8%
Health
Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.0%
Climate
Avg Temp45°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.5 in/yr
Elevation1,927 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+92.2%
School Score5.68
Community
2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
Commute21 min
Libraries1
Is Fairview a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Fairview receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. 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 $80,903, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Fairview is $178,800, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $689 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Fairview has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.5 inches, including 30.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Fairview has a population of 919 with a density of 1,149 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%), with 3% Black.
Population
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.8% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.2% |
| 99% below US avg |
The median household income in Fairview is $80,903, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $80,903 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,259 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,214 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $79,990 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.8% |
| 89% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.2% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 648 |
| County GDP | $1,188M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 43 |
| Healthcare | 40 |
| Retail | 52 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,013 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.69% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.4 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Fairview is $178,800, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $689 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $256,563.
Home Values
| Census Median | $178,800 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $256,563 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $689 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 23.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,013 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.69% |
In Fairview, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Fairview vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.1% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.3% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 24.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.9% |
| Depression | 23.9% |
| Mental Distress | 17.9% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 67.5% |
| Premature Death | 8,321/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 54.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 40 |
Crime Rates: Fairview vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Fairview has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-8°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 45.2°F |
| 16% below US avg |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 15.5 inches |
| 59% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 30.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,927 ft (587 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,149/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.8520°N, 104.0509°W |
| County FIPS | 30083 |