Fairfield, ME

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Fairfield Overview

2,647
TOTAL POPULATION
1,215
MALE POPULATION
1,432
FEMALE POPULATION
84.85
MALES / 100 FEMALES
117.86
FEMALES / 100 MALES
35.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$24,598
PER CAPITA INCOME
$77,083
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$34,657
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
32.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
67.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,445
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
67.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Fairfield Zip Codes

Fairfield Area Codes

Race in Fairfield

The most populous races in Fairfield are White / Caucasian (2,626 | 99.2%), Native / Alaskan (11 | 0.4%), and Two or more Races (10 | 0.4%).
Race in Fairfield
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino90.3%
Native / Alaskan110.4%
White / Caucasian2,62699.2%
Two or more Races100.4%
Some other Race00.0%
Total2,647100.0%

Ancestry in Fairfield

The most populous ancestries reported in Fairfield are English (549 | 20.7%), Irish (416 | 15.7%), French (393 | 14.8%), Scottish (294 | 11.1%), and French Canadian (290 | 11.0%), together accounting for 73.4% of all Fairfield residents.
Ancestry in Fairfield
Ancestry# Population% Population
American2148.1%
Arab130.5%
British170.6%
Canadian240.9%
English54920.7%
European311.2%
French39314.8%
French Canadian29011.0%
German803.0%
Irish41615.7%
Italian592.2%
Polish140.5%
Russian10.0%
Scandinavian140.5%
Scottish29411.1%
Swedish90.3%
Welsh321.2%
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Immigrants in Fairfield

Immigrants in Fairfield
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Fairfield

Sex and Age in Fairfield

The most populous age groups in Fairfield are 25 to 29 Years (151 | 12.4%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (184 | 12.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Fairfield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years132 (10.9%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years57 (4.7%)38 (2.6%)
10 to 14 Years61 (5.0%)148 (10.3%)
15 to 19 Years23 (1.9%)178 (12.4%)
20 to 24 Years124 (10.2%)176 (12.3%)
25 to 29 Years151 (12.4%)85 (5.9%)
30 to 34 Years20 (1.7%)96 (6.7%)
35 to 39 Years63 (5.2%)72 (5.0%)
40 to 44 Years64 (5.3%)6 (0.4%)
45 to 49 Years56 (4.6%)132 (9.2%)
50 to 54 Years122 (10.0%)149 (10.4%)
55 to 59 Years116 (9.6%)20 (1.4%)
60 to 64 Years131 (10.8%)184 (12.9%)
65 to 69 Years1 (0.1%)65 (4.5%)
70 to 74 Years83 (6.8%)14 (1.0%)
75 to 79 Years0 (0.0%)49 (3.4%)
80 to 84 Years11 (0.9%)13 (0.9%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)7 (0.5%)
Total1,215 (100.0%)1,432 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Fairfield

Median Family Size in Fairfield

The median family size in Fairfield is 3.02 persons per family, with married-couple families (449 | 77.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.19 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (10 | 1.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.90 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Fairfield
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple449 (77.7%)3.19
Single Male/Father10 (1.7%)1.90
Single Female/Mother119 (20.6%)2.50
Total Families578 (100.0%)3.02

Median Household Size in Fairfield

The median household size in Fairfield is 2.18 persons per household, with single male/father households (10 | 0.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 5.1 persons per household. non-family households (635 | 52.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.24 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Fairfield
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple449 (37.0%)3.30
Single Male/Father10 (0.8%)5.10
Single Female/Mother119 (9.8%)2.70
Non-family635 (52.3%)1.24
Total Households1,213 (100.0%)2.18

Household Size by Marriage Status in Fairfield

Out of a total of 1,213 households in Fairfield, 578 (47.6%) are family households, while 635 (52.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 417, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 502.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Fairfield
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-502 (41.4%)
2-Person Households40 (3.3%)111 (9.1%)
3-Person Households417 (34.4%)22 (1.8%)
4-Person Households59 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households10 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households52 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total578 (47.6%)635 (52.3%)

Female Fertility in Fairfield

Fertility by Age in Fairfield

Average fertility rate in Fairfield is 22.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 31.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 58.8% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Fairfield
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years10 (58.8%)28.0
35 to 50 years7 (41.2%)31.0
Total17 (100.0%)22.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Fairfield

41.2% of women with births (17) in Fairfield are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Fairfield
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (41.2%)10 (58.8%)

Fertility by Education in Fairfield

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Fairfield
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma7 (41.2%)29.0
College or Associate's Degree10 (58.8%)37.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total17 (100.0%)22.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Fairfield

58.8% of women with births in Fairfield are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Fairfield
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (41.2%)10 (58.8%)

Income in Fairfield

Income Overview in Fairfield

Per Capita Income in Fairfield is $24,598, while median incomes of families and households are $77,083 and $34,657 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,647$24,598
Median Family Income578$77,083
Mean Family Income578$79,374
Median Household Income1,213$34,657
Mean Household Income1,213$55,752
Income Deficit578$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,64732.67%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,64767.33¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,6470.45

Earnings by Sex in Fairfield

Average Earnings in Fairfield are $30,407, $35,244 for men and $23,730 for women, a difference of 32.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Fairfield
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male735 (48.9%)$35,244
Female767 (51.1%)$23,730
Total1,502 (100.0%)$30,407

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Fairfield

The most common earnings brackets in Fairfield are $20,000 to $22,499 for men (112 | 15.2%) and $45,000 to $49,999 for women (140 | 18.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Fairfield
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)10 (1.3%)
$2,500 to $4,99923 (3.1%)108 (14.1%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)9 (1.2%)
$7,500 to $9,99919 (2.6%)40 (5.2%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)7 (0.9%)
$12,500 to $14,99911 (1.5%)65 (8.5%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)49 (6.4%)
$17,500 to $19,99935 (4.8%)65 (8.5%)
$20,000 to $22,499112 (15.2%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99949 (6.7%)62 (8.1%)
$25,000 to $29,99910 (1.4%)56 (7.3%)
$30,000 to $34,999101 (13.7%)65 (8.5%)
$35,000 to $39,99977 (10.5%)10 (1.3%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)18 (2.4%)
$45,000 to $49,99988 (12.0%)140 (18.2%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99924 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99987 (11.8%)23 (3.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99989 (12.1%)15 (2.0%)
$100,000+10 (1.4%)25 (3.3%)
Total735 (100.0%)767 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Fairfield

Average earnings in Fairfield are $45,114 for men and $26,200 for women, a difference of 41.9%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $84,911, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $31,375. Women with an educational attainment of high school diploma earn the most with the average annual earnings of $25,400, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $24,846.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Fairfield
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$31,375$25,400
College or Associate's Degree$70,441$24,846
Bachelor's Degree$84,911$0
Graduate Degree--
Total$45,114$26,200

Family Income in Fairfield

Family Income Brackets in Fairfield

According to the Fairfield family income data, there are 261 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 45.2% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Fairfield
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000315.4%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99914825.6%
$25,000 to $34,99900.0%
$35,000 to $49,999101.7%
$50,000 to $74,9996511.2%
$75,000 to $99,999539.2%
$100,000 to $149,99926145.2%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+101.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Fairfield

4-person families (59 | 10.2%) account for the highest median family income in Fairfield with $104,350 per family, while 3-person families (386 | 66.8%) have the highest median income of $33,553 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Fairfield
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families81 (14.0%)$0
3-Person Families386 (66.8%)$100,658
4-Person Families59 (10.2%)$104,350
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families52 (9.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total578 (100.0%)$77,083

Family Income by Number of Earners in Fairfield

Family Income by Number of Earners in Fairfield
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners7 (1.2%)$0
1 Earner239 (41.3%)$21,569
2 Earners166 (28.7%)$79,318
3+ Earners166 (28.7%)$130,638
Total578 (100.0%)$77,083

Household Income in Fairfield

Household Income Brackets in Fairfield

With 278 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Fairfield, accounting for 22.9% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Fairfield
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001099.0%
$10,000 to $14,999907.4%
$15,000 to $24,99925120.7%
$25,000 to $34,99916513.6%
$35,000 to $49,999826.8%
$50,000 to $74,99916913.9%
$75,000 to $99,999584.8%
$100,000 to $149,99927822.9%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+100.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Fairfield

The median household income in Fairfield is $34,657, with the highest median household income of $60,256 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 206 households (17.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 153 households (12.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Fairfield
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years153 (12.6%)$0
25 to 44 Years206 (17.0%)$60,256
45 to 64 Years646 (53.3%)$0
65+ Years208 (17.2%)$28,424
Total1,213 (100.0%)$34,657

Poverty in Fairfield

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Fairfield

With 29.0% poverty level for males and 28.5% for females among the residents of Fairfield, 25 to 34 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 113 males (66.1%) and 28 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Fairfield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years87 (65.9%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)131 (59.3%)
25 to 34 Years113 (66.1%)49 (27.1%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)44 (56.4%)
45 to 54 Years58 (32.6%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years46 (18.6%)107 (52.4%)
65 to 74 Years45 (53.6%)18 (22.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)17 (24.6%)
Total349 (29.0%)394 (28.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Fairfield

According to the poverty statistics in Fairfield, males aged 5 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Fairfield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years45 (34.1%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years61 (100.0%)108 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)70 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)63 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years147 (100.0%)90 (40.7%)
25 to 34 Years58 (33.9%)132 (72.9%)
35 to 44 Years127 (100.0%)34 (43.6%)
45 to 54 Years120 (67.4%)281 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years201 (81.4%)97 (47.5%)
65 to 74 Years39 (46.4%)61 (77.2%)
75 Years and over11 (100.0%)52 (75.4%)
Total854 (71.0%)988 (71.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Fairfield

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Fairfield show that 30.7% or 138 of the total 449 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 51.4%, comprising of 131 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Fairfield
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children145 (95.4%)7 (4.6%)
1 or 2 Children124 (48.6%)131 (51.4%)
3 or 4 Children42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total311 (69.3%)138 (30.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Fairfield

According to the poverty data in Fairfield, 100.0% or 10 single-father households and 26.1% or 31 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 31 households (31.6%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Fairfield
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children10 (100.0%)31 (31.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (100.0%)31 (26.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Fairfield

The poverty data for Fairfield shows that 138 of the married-couple family households (30.7%) and 41 of the single-parent households (31.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 131 households (51.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 41 household (38.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Fairfield
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children7 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children131 (51.4%)41 (38.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total138 (30.7%)41 (31.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Fairfield

Employment by Class of Employer in Fairfield

Among the 1,297 employed individuals in Fairfield, private company employees (836 | 64.5%), not-for-profit organizations (327 | 25.2%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (113 | 8.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Fairfield
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees83664.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1138.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations32725.2%
Local Government Employees100.8%
State Government Employees110.9%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,297100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Fairfield

According to the labor force statistics for Fairfield, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,141), 67.5% or 1,445 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.6% or 66 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 100.0% or 116 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 60 to 64 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 38.6% or 49 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Fairfield
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years108 (82.4%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years169 (56.3%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years196 (83.1%)1 (0.5%)
30 to 34 Years116 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years205 (100.0%)17 (8.3%)
45 to 54 Years373 (81.3%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years119 (87.5%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years127 (40.3%)49 (38.6%)
65 to 74 Years32 (19.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,445 (67.5%)66 (4.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Fairfield

According to labor force statistics for Fairfield, 77.4% of individuals (1,135) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,467) are in the labor force, with 5.9% or 67 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of less than high school, with 100.0% or 87 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 56.3% or 49 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Fairfield
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School87 (100.0%)49 (56.3%)
High School Diploma375 (61.8%)29 (4.8%)
College / Associate Degree510 (83.7%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher164 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,135 (77.4%)87 (5.9%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Fairfield

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Fairfield are Community & Social Service (223 | 16.2%), Education Instruction & Library (162 | 11.8%), Business & Financial (62 | 4.5%), Education, Arts & Media (51 | 3.7%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (15 | 1.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Fairfield

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Fairfield, the most male-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Community & Social Service (27.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Fairfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)62 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 61 (27.4%)162 (72.7%)
Education, Arts & Media51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)162 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)61 (20.3%)239 (79.7%)
Total (Overall)674 (48.9%)704 (51.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Fairfield are Food Preparation & Serving (107 | 7.8%), Personal Care & Service (63 | 4.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (54 | 3.9%), Healthcare Support (46 | 3.3%), and Security & Protection (38 | 2.8%).
Services Occupations in Fairfield

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Fairfield, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (64.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Healthcare Support (78.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Fairfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support10 (21.7%)36 (78.3%)
Security & Protection38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)107 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance35 (64.8%)19 (35.2%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)63 (100.0%)
Total (Category)83 (27.0%)225 (73.1%)
Total (Overall)674 (48.9%)704 (51.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Fairfield are Sales & Related (261 | 18.9%), and Office & Administration (189 | 13.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Fairfield

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Fairfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related179 (68.6%)82 (31.4%)
Office & Administration48 (25.4%)141 (74.6%)
Total (Category)227 (50.4%)223 (49.6%)
Total (Overall)674 (48.9%)704 (51.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Fairfield are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (102 | 7.4%), Construction & Extraction (99 | 7.2%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (35 | 2.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Fairfield

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Fairfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry102 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction99 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)236 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)674 (48.9%)704 (51.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Fairfield are Production (53 | 3.8%), Transportation (21 | 1.5%), and Material Moving (10 | 0.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Fairfield

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Fairfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Production36 (67.9%)17 (32.1%)
Transportation21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)67 (79.8%)17 (20.2%)
Total (Overall)674 (48.9%)704 (51.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Fairfield

Employment Industries in Fairfield

The major employment industries in Fairfield include Health Care & Social Assistance (273 | 19.8%), Manufacturing (187 | 13.6%), Retail Trade (164 | 11.9%), Educational Services (155 | 11.3%), and Accommodation & Food Services (106 | 7.7%).
Employment Industries in Fairfield

Employment Industries by Sex in Fairfield

The Fairfield industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Educational Services (89.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Fairfield
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction102 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing170 (90.9%)17 (9.1%)
Wholesale Trade75 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade141 (86.0%)23 (14.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance10 (15.6%)54 (84.4%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific10 (17.2%)48 (82.8%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services16 (10.3%)139 (89.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance47 (17.2%)226 (82.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services21 (19.8%)85 (80.2%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total674 (48.9%)704 (51.1%)

Education in Fairfield

School Enrollment in Fairfield

The most common levels of schooling among the 640 students in Fairfield are high school (242 | 37.8%), college / undergraduate (158 | 24.7%), and middle school (145 | 22.7%).
School Enrollment in Fairfield
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten558.6%
Elementary School406.2%
Middle School14522.7%
High School24237.8%
College / Undergraduate15824.7%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total640100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Fairfield

Out of a total of 640 students who are enrolled in schools in Fairfield, 102 (15.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 538 (84.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 22 (57.9% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 95 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Fairfield
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old95 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds209 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds78 (58.7%)55 (41.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds68 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds16 (42.1%)22 (57.9%)
25 to 34 Year Olds31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over41 (62.1%)25 (37.9%)
Total538 (84.1%)102 (15.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Fairfield

Liberal arts & history (75 | 42.4%), bio, nature & agricultural (37 | 20.9%), multidisciplinary studies (25 | 14.1%), education (24 | 13.6%), and engineering (11 | 6.2%) are the most common fields of study among 177 individuals in Fairfield who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Fairfield
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural3720.9%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering116.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies2514.1%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business00.0%
Education2413.6%
Literature & Languages52.8%
Liberal Arts & History7542.4%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total177100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Fairfield

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Fairfield

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Fairfield are males with 1 vehicle (222, accounting for 34.8%) and females with 1 vehicle (165, making up 33.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Fairfield
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle222 (34.8%)165 (25.0%)
2 Vehicles217 (34.1%)299 (45.3%)
3 Vehicles162 (25.4%)153 (23.2%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles36 (5.7%)43 (6.5%)
Total637 (100.0%)660 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Fairfield

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Fairfield are 5 to 9 minutes (344 commuters, 28.8%), 15 to 19 minutes (276 commuters, 23.1%), and 10 to 14 minutes (190 commuters, 15.9%).
Commute Time in Fairfield
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes34428.8%
10 to 14 Minutes19015.9%
15 to 19 Minutes27623.1%
20 to 24 Minutes453.8%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes14412.1%
35 to 39 Minutes605.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes00.0%
60 to 89 Minutes13411.2%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Fairfield

The most common commute times in Fairfield are 15 to 19 minutes (181 commuters, 28.4%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (222 commuters, 39.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Fairfield
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes122 (19.2%)222 (39.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes98 (15.4%)92 (16.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes181 (28.4%)95 (17.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes25 (3.9%)20 (3.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes38 (6.0%)106 (19.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes39 (6.1%)21 (3.8%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes134 (21.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Fairfield

The most frequent times of departure to work in Fairfield are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (140, 22.0%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (117, 21.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Fairfield
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM51 (8.0%)45 (8.1%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM39 (6.1%)10 (1.8%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM84 (13.2%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM140 (22.0%)9 (1.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM111 (17.4%)116 (20.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM82 (12.9%)97 (17.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM35 (5.5%)117 (21.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)42 (7.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM23 (3.6%)44 (7.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM21 (3.3%)13 (2.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)5 (0.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM22 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM19 (3.0%)50 (9.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM10 (1.6%)8 (1.4%)
Total637 (100.0%)556 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Fairfield

Occupancy by Ownership in Fairfield

Of the total 1,213 dwellings in Fairfield, owner-occupied units account for 618 (50.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 595 (49.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Fairfield
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units61850.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units59549.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,213100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Fairfield

Occupancy by Household Size in Fairfield
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household50241.4%
2-Person Household15112.4%
3-Person Household43936.2%
4+ Person Household12110.0%
Total Housing Units1,213100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Fairfield

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Fairfield
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household273 (54.4%)229 (45.6%)
2-Person Household19 (12.6%)132 (87.4%)
3-Person Household226 (51.5%)213 (48.5%)
4+ Person Household100 (82.6%)21 (17.4%)
Total Housing Units618 (50.9%)595 (49.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Fairfield

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Fairfield
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School9 (8.3%)100 (91.7%)
High School Diploma226 (40.6%)331 (59.4%)
College/Associate Degree267 (62.0%)164 (38.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher116 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Fairfield

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Fairfield
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years29524.3%
35 to 44 Years645.3%
45 to 54 Years30024.7%
55 to 64 Years34628.5%
65 to 74 Years12810.5%
75 to 84 Years736.0%
85 Years and Over70.6%
Total1,213100.0%

Housing Finances in Fairfield

Median Income by Occupancy in Fairfield

Median Income by Occupancy in Fairfield
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied618 (50.9%)$59,167
Renter-Occupied595 (49.0%)$24,180
Average1,213 (100.0%)$34,657

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Fairfield

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Fairfield
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)62 (10.4%)
$5,000 to $9,99936 (5.8%)11 (1.8%)
$10,000 to $14,99945 (7.3%)45 (7.6%)
$15,000 to $19,99917 (2.8%)27 (4.5%)
$20,000 to $24,99944 (7.1%)163 (27.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99995 (15.4%)70 (11.8%)
$35,000 to $49,99933 (5.3%)50 (8.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99964 (10.4%)105 (17.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99947 (7.6%)11 (1.8%)
$100,000 to $149,999227 (36.7%)51 (8.6%)
$150,000 or more10 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total618 (100.0%)595 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Fairfield

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Fairfield
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30028 (4.5%)11 (1.8%)
$300 to $49997 (15.7%)27 (4.5%)
$500 to $79933 (5.3%)212 (35.6%)
$800 to $999118 (19.1%)155 (26.1%)
$1,000 to $1,499248 (40.1%)153 (25.7%)
$1,500 to $1,99970 (11.3%)10 (1.7%)
$2,000 to $2,49914 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99910 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total618 (100.0%)595 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Fairfield

Housing Structures in Fairfield

Housing Structures in Fairfield
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached60850.1%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments12810.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments12410.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments675.5%
10 or more Apartments574.7%
Mobile Home / Other22918.9%
Total1,213100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Fairfield

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Fairfield
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached582 (95.7%)26 (4.3%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments14 (10.9%)114 (89.1%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments5 (4.0%)119 (96.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)67 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)57 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other17 (7.4%)212 (92.6%)
Total618 (50.9%)595 (49.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Fairfield

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Fairfield
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room10 (1.6%)38 (6.4%)
2 or 3 Rooms19 (3.1%)172 (28.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms112 (18.1%)136 (22.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms290 (46.9%)238 (40.0%)
8 or more Rooms187 (30.3%)11 (1.8%)
Total618 (100.0%)595 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Fairfield

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Fairfield
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas13 (2.1%)80 (13.5%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas14 (2.3%)12 (2.0%)
Electricity15 (2.4%)35 (5.9%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene513 (83.0%)433 (72.8%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels63 (10.2%)22 (3.7%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)13 (2.2%)
Total618 (100.0%)595 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Fairfield

Household Vehicle Usage in Fairfield
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle17 (2.8%)104 (17.5%)
1 Vehicle236 (38.2%)347 (58.3%)
2 Vehicles206 (33.3%)144 (24.2%)
3 or more Vehicles159 (25.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total618 (100.0%)595 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Fairfield

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Fairfield

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units174444
Median Property Value$126,500$140,100
Median Household Income$29,524$10
Monthly Housing Costs$432$0
Real Estate Taxes$2,396$15

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Fairfield

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Fairfield
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00055 (31.6%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99928 (16.1%)9 (2.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99975 (43.1%)411 (92.6%)
$300,000 to $499,9995 (2.9%)24 (5.4%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,99911 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total174 (100.0%)444 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Fairfield

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Fairfield
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00036 (20.7%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99917 (9.8%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99942 (24.1%)89 (20.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99910 (5.8%)53 (11.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99922 (12.6%)23 (5.2%)
$75,000 to $99,9995 (2.9%)42 (9.5%)
$100,000 to $149,99942 (24.1%)42 (9.5%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)185 (41.7%)
Total174 (100.0%)444 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Fairfield

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Fairfield
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x89 (51.1%)75,893 (17,093.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x19 (10.9%)165 (37.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x22 (12.6%)95 (21.4%)
4.0x or more44 (25.3%)95 (21.4%)
Total174 (100.0%)444 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Fairfield

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Fairfield
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80010 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4999 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499129 (74.1%)53 (11.9%)
Total174 (100.0%)444 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Fairfield

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fairfield

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fairfield
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years177 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years359 (91.6%)33 (8.4%)
19 to 25 Years302 (72.6%)114 (27.4%)
26 to 34 Years250 (82.2%)54 (17.8%)
35 to 44 Years113 (55.1%)92 (44.9%)
45 to 54 Years459 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years345 (76.5%)106 (23.5%)
65 to 74 Years163 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older80 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,248 (84.9%)399 (15.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Fairfield

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Fairfield
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born177 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen359 (91.6%)33 (8.4%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen302 (72.6%)114 (27.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Fairfield

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Fairfield
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000559 (84.1%)106 (15.9%)
$25,000 to $49,999280 (83.6%)55 (16.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999317 (79.6%)81 (20.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999317 (98.1%)6 (1.9%)
$100,000 and over772 (83.6%)151 (16.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fairfield

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fairfield
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6177 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years186 (47.4%)217 (55.4%)
19 to 25 Years198 (47.6%)126 (30.3%)
25 to 34 Years122 (40.1%)128 (42.1%)
35 to 44 Years5 (2.4%)108 (52.7%)
45 to 54 Years96 (20.9%)373 (81.3%)
55 to 64 Years133 (29.5%)271 (60.1%)
65 to 74 Years163 (100.0%)47 (28.8%)
75 Years and over80 (100.0%)48 (60.0%)
Total1,160 (43.8%)1,318 (49.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Fairfield

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Fairfield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years45 (38.1%)40 (12.5%)
18 to 34 Years11 (3.5%)9 (2.2%)
35 to 64 Years31 (5.6%)39 (6.9%)
65 to 74 Years61 (72.6%)18 (22.8%)
75 Years and over11 (100.0%)20 (29.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Fairfield

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Fairfield: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years10 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years21 (3.8%)17 (3.0%)
65 to 74 Years15 (17.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over11 (100.0%)20 (29.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Fairfield: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years11 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Fairfield: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years45 (38.1%)40 (12.5%)
18 to 34 Years1 (0.3%)9 (2.2%)
35 to 64 Years21 (3.8%)13 (2.3%)
65 to 74 Years1 (1.2%)7 (8.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Fairfield: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years1 (0.2%)22 (3.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)11 (13.9%)
75 Years and over11 (100.0%)7 (10.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Fairfield: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years45 (38.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years1 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years45 (53.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Fairfield

Computing Device Access in Fairfield

Computing Device Access in Fairfield
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop75962.6%
Smartphone1,05486.9%
Tablet65453.9%
No Computing Device947.7%
Total1,213100.0%

Internet Access in Fairfield

Internet Access in Fairfield
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet171.4%
Broadband Home97780.5%
Cellular Data Only1159.5%
Satellite Internet141.1%
No Internet967.9%
Total1,213100.0%

Fairfield Summary

Fairfield, Maine is a small town located in the heart of Kennebec County. It is situated on the banks of the Kennebec River, and is home to a population of approximately 5,000 people. The town is known for its rural charm and its close proximity to the state capital of Augusta.

History

Fairfield was first settled in 1774 by a group of settlers from Massachusetts. The town was originally known as "The Plantation of Fairfield," and was incorporated in 1788. The town was named after Fairfield, Connecticut, which was the hometown of many of the original settlers.
The town was an important center of commerce and industry in the 19th century. It was home to several mills, including a paper mill, a grist mill, and a sawmill. The town was also home to a number of other businesses, including a tannery, a blacksmith shop, and a shoe factory.

Geography

Fairfield is located in the center of Kennebec County, and is bordered by the towns of Waterville, Oakland, and Winslow. The town is situated on the banks of the Kennebec River, and is home to several small lakes, including Messalonskee Lake and Long Pond. The town is also home to several small streams, including the Cobbosseecontee Stream and the Sebasticook River.
The town has a total area of 28.2 square miles, of which 27.7 square miles is land and 0.5 square miles is water. The town is located at an elevation of approximately 200 feet above sea level.

Economy

Fairfield is a small, rural town, and its economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including potatoes, corn, and hay. The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and a variety of service-based businesses.
The town is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a paper mill, a wood products company, and a plastics manufacturer. The town is also home to several small businesses, including a brewery, a winery, and a distillery.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the town had a population of 4,937 people. The racial makeup of the town was 97.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.2% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.9% of the population.
The median income for a household in the town was $41,944, and the median income for a family was $50,917. The per capita income for the town was $20,945. About 8.3% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Fairfield?
Total Population of Fairfield is 2,647.
What is the Total Male Population of Fairfield?
Total Male Population of Fairfield is 1,215.
What is the Total Female Population of Fairfield?
Total Female Population of Fairfield is 1,432.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Fairfield?
There are 84.85 Males per 100 Females in Fairfield.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Fairfield?
There are 117.86 Females per 100 Males in Fairfield.
What is the Median Population Age in Fairfield?
Median Population Age in Fairfield is 35.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Fairfield
Average Family Size in Fairfield is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Fairfield
Average Household Size in Fairfield is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Fairfield?
Per Capita income in Fairfield is $24,598.
What is the Median Family Income in Fairfield?
Median Family Income in Fairfield is $77,083.
What is the Median Household income in Fairfield?
Median Household Income in Fairfield is $34,657.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Fairfield?
Income or Wage Gap in Fairfield is 32.7%.
Women in Fairfield earn 67.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Fairfield?
Inequality or Gini Index in Fairfield is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Fairfield?
There are 1,445 People in the Labor Forcein in Fairfield.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Fairfield?
67.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Fairfield.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Fairfield?
Unemployment Rate in Fairfield is 4.6%.