Fairview, OR

Oregon · Metropolitan Area

Fairview is a small town in Oregon with a population of 523. Residents earn $45,321 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
523 Population 169/sq mi density
$45,321 Median Income $22,815 per capita
$269,300 Home Value $471,568 Zillow
$888 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
238 Violent Crime/100K 2,620 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$45,321 median income, 6.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$269,300 home value, $888/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
238 violent crimes/100K (37% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,321
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $269,300
4% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 238/100K
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.5%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $888
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.1%
69% higher 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

Population523
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density169/mi²
Male / Female30% / 70%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

B
Median Income$45,321
Per Capita$22,815
Unemployment6.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$90,618M
Commute17 min

Housing

B
Home Value$269,300
Rent$888
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$471,568

Crime

F
Violent238/100K
Property2,620/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault152/100K
Burglary314/100K

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Elevation28 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.5%
High School+93.1%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 17% / D 79%
Commute17 min
EV Stations2
Libraries19

Is Fairview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fairview receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Fairview has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fairview is $45,321, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fairview is $269,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $888 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Fairview is below the national average at 238 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,620 per 100,000, 34% above the national average.

Education

17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Fairview experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Fairview has a population of 523 with a density of 169 people per square mile. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.1%), with 5.2% Hispanic.

Population

523
Total Population
169
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 30%
Female 70%

Race & Ethnicity

Fairview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.5%
10% below US avg
Spanish29.5%
120% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Fairview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fairview is $45,321, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Fairview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,321
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,815
Avg Weekly Wage$1,553
IRS Avg AGI$90,655

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.1%
69% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)40,968
County GDP$90,618M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,193
Healthcare3,650
Retail2,868
Manufacturing1,065

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,657
119% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.2 min
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Fairview is $269,300, 4% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $888 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $471,568.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$269,300
4% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$471,568
Median List Price$462,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$462,450
$/Sq Ft$234
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio99.0%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory20

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$888
24% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,804

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,051
1 Bedroom$1,143
2 Bedrooms$1,425
3 Bedrooms$1,963
4 Bedrooms$2,318

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,657
119% above US avg
Effective Rate2.84%
In Fairview, 30.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma12.5%
COPD6.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity22.9%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.5%
Checkup Rate69.0%
Premature Death7,476/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities3,650
Fairview has a violent crime rate of 238 per 100,000 residents, 37% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,620 per 100,000 (34% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent238.2/100K
37% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape32.5/100K
Robbery54.1/100K
Assault151.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,619.9/100K
34% above US avg
Burglary314.0/100K
Theft1,959.5/100K
Vehicle Theft346.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)87
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Fairview has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average54.7°F
1% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.7 inches
7% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation28 ft (9 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density169/sq mi
Coordinates45.5476°N, 122.4368°W
County FIPS41051
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 62.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 17.2%
D 79.3%

Winner: Democrat by 62.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.5%
48% below US avg
High School+93.1%
School Test Score5.14
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density169/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities3,650
Restaurants3,193
Retail Stores2,868

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)87
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.2 min
Work from Home5.2%

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