Fairwater, WI

Wisconsin

Fairwater is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 368. Residents earn $81,667 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
368 Population 497/sq mi density
$81,667 Median Income $29,141 per capita
$130,200 Home Value
$1,100 Median Rent 21.0% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$81,667 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$130,200 home value, $1,100/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,667
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $130,200
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.2%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,100
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.7%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population368
Median Age30.9 yrs
Density497/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$81,667
Per Capita$29,141
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty13.7%
County GDP$904M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,200
Rent$1,100
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units142
Rent Burden21.0%

Health

Obesity43.0%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking15.0%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation942 ft (287 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.2%
High School+88.6%
Graduate+3.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute23 min
Broadband90.2%
Libraries5

Is Fairwater a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fairwater receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Fairwater offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fairwater is $81,667, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 13.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fairwater is $130,200, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Fairwater has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Fairwater has a population of 368 with a density of 497 people per square mile. The median age is 30.9 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.9%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

368
Total Population
497
People / sq mi
30.9yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Fairwater vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fairwater vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fairwater is $81,667, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Fairwater vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,667
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,141
Avg Weekly Wage$952
IRS Avg AGI$67,664

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.7%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)534
County GDP$904M

Business (County)

Restaurants50
Healthcare46
Retail68
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,577
88% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fairwater is $130,200, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,100 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,200
54% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$146
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio105.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,100
5% below US avg
Rent Burden21.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.6%
Housing Units142
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,577
88% above US avg
Effective Rate5.05%
In Fairwater, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.0% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.0%
34% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.0%
7% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity26.6%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep30.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits67.3%
Premature Death8,058/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access65.6%
Healthcare Facilities46
Fairwater has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation942 ft (287 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density497/sq mi
Coordinates43.7425°N, 88.8669°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.3-point margin. 90.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.6%
D 31.3%

Winner: Republican by 36.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.2%
58% below US avg
High School+88.6%
Graduate Degree+3.8%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density497/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.2%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants50
Retail Stores68

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

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