Fairview, PA

Pennsylvania

Fairview is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 3,014. Residents earn $84,191 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
3,014 Population 27,400/sq mi density
$84,191 Median Income $39,037 per capita
$209,500 Home Value
$1,159 Median Rent 19.5% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$84,191 median income, 7.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$209,500 home value, $1,159/mo rent
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,191
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $209,500
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.0%
25% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,159
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,014
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density27,400/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$84,191
Per Capita$39,037
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$1,432M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$209,500
Rent$1,159
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden19.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Elevation1,399 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.0%
High School+97.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute23 min
Broadband70.0%
Libraries5

Is Fairview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fairview receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Fairview stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fairview is $84,191, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fairview is $209,500, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,159 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Fairview experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches, including 53.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Fairview has a population of 3,014 with a density of 27,400 people per square mile. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.4%).

Population

3,014
Total Population
27,400
People / sq mi
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.1%
Female 55.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Fairview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fairview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fairview is $84,191, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Fairview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,191
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,037
Avg Weekly Wage$905
IRS Avg AGI$61,903

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,074
County GDP$1,432M

Business (County)

Restaurants84
Healthcare168
Retail152
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,872
11% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Fairview is $209,500, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,159 (0% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$209,500
26% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$101
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,159
0% below US avg
Rent Burden19.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,872
11% above US avg
Effective Rate1.85%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Premature Death9,304/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access46.3%
Healthcare Facilities168

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Fairview has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall53.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,399 ft (426 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density27,400/sq mi
Coordinates41.0156°N, 79.7432°W
County FIPS42031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 42.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.1-point margin. 70.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.2%
D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 53.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.0%
25% above US avg
High School+97.3%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density27,400/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.0%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities168
Restaurants84
Retail Stores152

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.9%

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