Texas · Metropolitan Area
New Fairview is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,521. Residents earn $89,531 per year, which is 19% above the national average.
Based on current data, New Fairview receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. New Fairview offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in New Fairview is $89,531, 19% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. The poverty rate of 16.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in New Fairview is $240,600, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,733 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
New Fairview enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 80.1% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 19.9% |
| 49% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $89,531 |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,529 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,142 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $82,340 |
| Unemployment | 0.6% |
| 83% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.9% |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,654 |
| County GDP | $4,250M |
| Restaurants | 119 |
| Healthcare | 111 |
| Retail | 182 |
| Manufacturing | 77 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,757 |
| 93% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.81% |
| Commute Time | 37.5 min |
| Work from Home | 9.4% |
| Census Median | $240,600 |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $382,626 |
| Median List Price | $374,999 |
| Median List Price | $374,999 |
| $/Sq Ft | $253 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.5% |
| Price Drops | 33.3% |
| Inventory | 15 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,733 |
| 49% above US avg |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 84.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,757 |
| 93% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.81% |
| Obesity | 34.0% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.1% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.6% |
| Depression | 23.3% |
| Mental Distress | 18.5% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 79.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.8% |
| Premature Death | 8,574/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 38.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 111 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 22 |
| Annual Average | 64.5°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 35.6 inches |
| 6% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 888 ft (271 m) |
| Area | 18.9 sq mi (49.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 80/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.1091°N, 97.4346°W |
| County FIPS | 48497 |
Winner: Republican by 70.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.0% |
| 67% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 80/sq mi |
| Total Area | 18.9 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 111 |
| Restaurants | 119 |
| Retail Stores | 182 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 22 |
| Avg Commute | 37.5 min |
| Work from Home | 9.4% |