Fairview Park, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Fairview Park is a small city in Ohio with a population of 17,049. Residents earn $77,688 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
17,049 Population 3,635/sq mi density
$77,688 Median Income $46,425 per capita
$225,800 Home Value $272,873 Zillow
$962 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$77,688 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$225,800 home value, $962/mo rent
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
46.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,688
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $225,800
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 46.4%
38% higher than US avg
Median Rent $962
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.4%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.2%
50% lower than US avg

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

People

Population17,049
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density3,635/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A
Median Income$77,688
Per Capita$46,425
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty6.2%
County GDP$135,914M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$225,800
Rent$962
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$272,873

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Elevation742 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.4%
High School+96.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 65%
Commute23 min
EV Stations1
Libraries68

Is Fairview Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fairview Park receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Fairview Park 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 Park is $77,688, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 6.2% 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 Park is $225,800, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $962 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Fairview Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 63.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Fairview Park has a population of 17,049 with a density of 3,635 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.5%), with 2.8% Black.

Population

17,049
Total Population
3,635
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
4.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Fairview Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.9%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.1%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fairview Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fairview Park is $77,688, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Fairview Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,688
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,425
Avg Weekly Wage$1,445
IRS Avg AGI$80,817

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.2%
50% below US avg
Establishments (County)39,269
County GDP$135,914M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,107
Healthcare3,799
Retail3,902
Manufacturing1,516

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,487
142% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Work from Home15.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Fairview Park is $225,800, 20% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $962 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $272,873.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$225,800
20% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$272,873
Median List Price$290,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$290,000
$/Sq Ft$179
Homes Sold12
Sale-to-List Ratio100.9%
Price Drops26.1%
Inventory23

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$962
17% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,102

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,487
142% above US avg
Effective Rate3.76%
In Fairview Park, 30.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 17.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.4%
5% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity17.8%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death10,171/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access97.9%
Healthcare Facilities3,799

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)82

Safety Score

Fairview Park has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall63.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation742 ft (226 m)
Area4.7 sq mi (12.1 km²)
Population Density3,635/sq mi
Coordinates41.4420°N, 81.8530°W
County FIPS39035
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 46.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 31.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.9%
D 65.4%

Winner: Democrat by 31.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+46.4%
38% above US avg
High School+96.5%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,635/sq mi
Total Area4.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries68
Healthcare Facilities3,799
Restaurants3,107
Retail Stores3,902

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)82

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Work from Home15.7%

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