Fairfax, MN

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Fairfax Overview

1,169
TOTAL POPULATION
563
MALE POPULATION
606
FEMALE POPULATION
92.90
MALES / 100 FEMALES
107.64
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$26,789
PER CAPITA INCOME
$76,806
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$54,688
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
37.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
62.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
500
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
56.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Fairfax Zip Codes

Fairfax Area Codes

Race in Fairfax

The most populous races in Fairfax are White / Caucasian (891 | 76.2%), Hispanic or Latino (237 | 20.3%), and Some other Race (176 | 15.1%).
Race in Fairfax
Race# Population% Population
Asian151.3%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino23720.3%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian89176.2%
Two or more Races877.4%
Some other Race17615.1%
Total1,169100.0%

Ancestry in Fairfax

The most populous ancestries reported in Fairfax are German (565 | 48.3%), Mexican (211 | 18.0%), Norwegian (153 | 13.1%), Irish (108 | 9.2%), and Swedish (66 | 5.7%), together accounting for 94.4% of all Fairfax residents.
Ancestry in Fairfax
Ancestry# Population% Population
American272.3%
Bangladeshi90.8%
Belgian131.1%
Blackfeet10.1%
Canadian30.3%
Chippewa20.2%
Cuban262.2%
Czech211.8%
Danish201.7%
Delaware80.7%
Dutch211.8%
English292.5%
European272.3%
Finnish110.9%
French90.8%
German56548.3%
Irish1089.2%
Korean60.5%
Mexican21118.0%
Navajo10.1%
Norwegian15313.1%
Scandinavian221.9%
Scottish171.5%
Swedish665.7%
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Immigrants in Fairfax

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Fairfax came from Central America (81 | 6.9%), Latin America (81 | 6.9%), Mexico (81 | 6.9%), Asia (15 | 1.3%), and South Eastern Asia (15 | 1.3%), together accounting for 23.4% of all Fairfax residents.
Immigrants in Fairfax
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia151.3%
Central America816.9%
Laos90.8%
Latin America816.9%
Mexico816.9%
Philippines60.5%
South Eastern Asia151.3%
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Sex and Age in Fairfax

Sex and Age in Fairfax

The most populous age groups in Fairfax are 35 to 39 Years (67 | 11.9%) for men and 85 Years and over (72 | 11.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Fairfax
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years28 (5.0%)29 (4.8%)
5 to 9 Years51 (9.1%)55 (9.1%)
10 to 14 Years52 (9.2%)49 (8.1%)
15 to 19 Years33 (5.9%)26 (4.3%)
20 to 24 Years43 (7.6%)34 (5.6%)
25 to 29 Years29 (5.1%)22 (3.6%)
30 to 34 Years22 (3.9%)45 (7.4%)
35 to 39 Years67 (11.9%)52 (8.6%)
40 to 44 Years19 (3.4%)27 (4.5%)
45 to 49 Years35 (6.2%)19 (3.1%)
50 to 54 Years20 (3.5%)6 (1.0%)
55 to 59 Years27 (4.8%)18 (3.0%)
60 to 64 Years36 (6.4%)56 (9.2%)
65 to 69 Years19 (3.4%)12 (2.0%)
70 to 74 Years27 (4.8%)39 (6.4%)
75 to 79 Years24 (4.3%)36 (5.9%)
80 to 84 Years27 (4.8%)9 (1.5%)
85 Years and over4 (0.7%)72 (11.9%)
Total563 (100.0%)606 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Fairfax

Median Family Size in Fairfax

The median family size in Fairfax is 3.30 persons per family, with married-couple families (207 | 76.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.51 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (27 | 10.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.22 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Fairfax
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple207 (76.4%)3.51
Single Male/Father27 (10.0%)2.22
Single Female/Mother37 (13.7%)2.92
Total Families271 (100.0%)3.30

Median Household Size in Fairfax

The median household size in Fairfax is 2.56 persons per household, with married-couple households (207 | 47.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.51 persons per household. non-family households (163 | 37.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.16 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Fairfax
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple207 (47.7%)3.51
Single Male/Father27 (6.2%)2.93
Single Female/Mother37 (8.5%)3.19
Non-family163 (37.6%)1.16
Total Households434 (100.0%)2.56

Household Size by Marriage Status in Fairfax

Out of a total of 434 households in Fairfax, 271 (62.4%) are family households, while 163 (37.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 117, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 154.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Fairfax
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-154 (35.5%)
2-Person Households117 (27.0%)9 (2.1%)
3-Person Households54 (12.4%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households22 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households25 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households23 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households30 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total271 (62.4%)163 (37.6%)

Female Fertility in Fairfax

Fertility by Age in Fairfax

Average fertility rate in Fairfax is 27.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 59.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Fairfax
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years6 (100.0%)59.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total6 (100.0%)27.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Fairfax

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Fairfax
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Fairfax

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Fairfax
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree6 (100.0%)67.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total6 (100.0%)27.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Fairfax

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Fairfax
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Fairfax

Income Overview in Fairfax

Per Capita Income in Fairfax is $26,789, while median incomes of families and households are $76,806 and $54,688 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,169$26,789
Median Family Income271$76,806
Mean Family Income271$86,885
Median Household Income434$54,688
Mean Household Income434$66,762
Income Deficit271$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,16937.84%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,16962.16¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,1690.42

Earnings by Sex in Fairfax

Average Earnings in Fairfax are $33,516, $47,083 for men and $29,265 for women, a difference of 37.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Fairfax
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male289 (55.3%)$47,083
Female234 (44.7%)$29,265
Total523 (100.0%)$33,516

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Fairfax

The most common earnings brackets in Fairfax are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (56 | 19.4%) and $45,000 to $49,999 for women (36 | 15.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Fairfax
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less18 (6.2%)17 (7.3%)
$2,500 to $4,99910 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)17 (7.3%)
$7,500 to $9,9997 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)22 (9.4%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)18 (7.7%)
$15,000 to $17,49911 (3.8%)5 (2.1%)
$17,500 to $19,9996 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49914 (4.8%)9 (3.8%)
$22,500 to $24,9995 (1.7%)7 (3.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99952 (18.0%)27 (11.5%)
$30,000 to $34,9993 (1.0%)23 (9.8%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)19 (8.1%)
$40,000 to $44,99911 (3.8%)6 (2.6%)
$45,000 to $49,9999 (3.1%)36 (15.4%)
$50,000 to $54,99925 (8.6%)6 (2.6%)
$55,000 to $64,99956 (19.4%)3 (1.3%)
$65,000 to $74,9998 (2.8%)2 (0.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99929 (10.0%)12 (5.1%)
$100,000+25 (8.6%)5 (2.1%)
Total289 (100.0%)234 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Fairfax

Average earnings in Fairfax are $54,783 for men and $28,393 for women, a difference of 48.2%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $53,750, while those with bachelor's degree education earn the least with $26,875. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $52,917, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $13,333.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Fairfax
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$53,750$13,333
College or Associate's Degree$52,500$40,000
Bachelor's Degree$26,875$52,917
Graduate Degree--
Total$54,783$28,393

Family Income in Fairfax

Family Income Brackets in Fairfax

According to the Fairfax family income data, there are 79 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 29.1% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Fairfax
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,999165.9%
$15,000 to $24,99983.0%
$25,000 to $34,9993412.5%
$35,000 to $49,99941.5%
$50,000 to $74,9995419.9%
$75,000 to $99,9997929.2%
$100,000 to $149,9994918.1%
$150,000 to $199,99983.0%
$200,000+197.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Fairfax

7+ person families (30 | 11.1%) account for the highest median family income in Fairfax with $98,370 per family, while 2-person families (136 | 50.2%) have the highest median income of $38,125 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Fairfax
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families136 (50.2%)$76,250
3-Person Families38 (14.0%)$75,156
4-Person Families19 (7.0%)$68,542
5-Person Families25 (9.2%)$92,969
6-Person Families23 (8.5%)$82,083
7+ Person Families30 (11.1%)$98,370
Total271 (100.0%)$76,806

Family Income by Number of Earners in Fairfax

Family Income by Number of Earners in Fairfax
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners46 (17.0%)$0
1 Earner80 (29.5%)$53,833
2 Earners109 (40.2%)$92,891
3+ Earners36 (13.3%)$99,457
Total271 (100.0%)$76,806

Household Income in Fairfax

Household Income Brackets in Fairfax

With 82 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Fairfax, accounting for 18.9% of all households. In contrast, only 10 households (2.3%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Fairfax
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000194.4%
$10,000 to $14,999296.7%
$15,000 to $24,9994710.8%
$25,000 to $34,9997316.8%
$35,000 to $49,999358.1%
$50,000 to $74,9996114.1%
$75,000 to $99,9998218.9%
$100,000 to $149,9995913.6%
$150,000 to $199,999102.3%
$200,000+194.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Fairfax

The median household income in Fairfax is $54,688, with the highest median household income of $77,500 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 160 households (36.9%) 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 3 households (0.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Fairfax
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years3 (0.7%)$0
25 to 44 Years160 (36.9%)$77,500
45 to 64 Years117 (27.0%)$54,875
65+ Years154 (35.5%)$31,667
Total434 (100.0%)$54,688

Poverty in Fairfax

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Fairfax

With 8.7% poverty level for males and 15.3% for females among the residents of Fairfax, 6 to 11 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 25 males (40.3%) and 17 females (50.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Fairfax
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years2 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years25 (40.3%)14 (16.9%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)7 (33.3%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)17 (50.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)12 (17.9%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)16 (20.3%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years10 (15.9%)3 (4.2%)
65 to 74 Years3 (7.0%)5 (9.8%)
75 Years and over9 (16.4%)12 (16.0%)
Total49 (8.7%)86 (15.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Fairfax

According to the poverty statistics in Fairfax, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 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 Fairfax
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years28 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)
5 Years16 (88.9%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years37 (59.7%)69 (83.1%)
12 to 14 Years23 (100.0%)14 (66.7%)
15 Years10 (100.0%)8 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years21 (100.0%)18 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years45 (100.0%)17 (50.0%)
25 to 34 Years51 (100.0%)55 (82.1%)
35 to 44 Years86 (100.0%)63 (79.7%)
45 to 54 Years55 (100.0%)25 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years53 (84.1%)69 (95.8%)
65 to 74 Years40 (93.0%)46 (90.2%)
75 Years and over46 (83.6%)63 (84.0%)
Total511 (91.2%)476 (84.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Fairfax

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Fairfax show that 1.0% or 2 of the total 207 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 1.7%, comprising of 2 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Fairfax
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children113 (98.3%)2 (1.7%)
1 or 2 Children34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total205 (99.0%)2 (1.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Fairfax

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Fairfax
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)8 (30.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)19 (51.3%)

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

The poverty data for Fairfax shows that 2 of the married-couple family households (1.0%) and 19 of the single-parent households (29.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 households (1.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Fairfax
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children2 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)8 (21.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2 (1.0%)19 (29.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Fairfax

Employment by Class of Employer in Fairfax

Among the 472 employed individuals in Fairfax, private company employees (326 | 69.1%), local government employees (58 | 12.3%), and not-for-profit organizations (48 | 10.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Fairfax
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees32669.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)102.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)285.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations4810.2%
Local Government Employees5812.3%
State Government Employees20.4%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total472100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Fairfax

According to the labor force statistics for Fairfax, out of the total population over 16 years of age (887), 56.4% or 500 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.0% or 25 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 100.0% or 80 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 30.0% or 18 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Fairfax
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years9 (22.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years60 (77.9%)18 (30.0%)
25 to 29 Years28 (54.9%)7 (25.0%)
30 to 34 Years50 (74.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years154 (93.3%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years80 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years28 (62.2%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years53 (57.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years34 (35.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over4 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total500 (56.4%)25 (5.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Fairfax

According to labor force statistics for Fairfax, 78.6% of individuals (393) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (500) are in the labor force, with 1.8% or 7 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of high school diploma, with 91.8% or 157 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.5% or 7 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Fairfax
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School36 (46.8%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma157 (91.8%)8 (4.5%)
College / Associate Degree151 (76.6%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher49 (89.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total393 (78.6%)9 (1.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Fairfax

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Fairfax are Community & Social Service (23 | 4.8%), Management (16 | 3.4%), Business & Financial (15 | 3.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (13 | 2.7%), and Health Technologists (13 | 2.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Fairfax

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Fairfax, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (87.5%), and Architecture & Engineering (80.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Fairfax
OccupationMaleFemale
Management9 (56.2%)7 (43.8%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science7 (87.5%)1 (12.5%)
Computers & Mathematics3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering4 (80.0%)1 (20.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 10 (43.5%)13 (56.5%)
Education, Arts & Media3 (25.0%)9 (75.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library7 (63.6%)4 (36.4%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Total (Category)26 (34.7%)49 (65.3%)
Total (Overall)254 (53.5%)221 (46.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Fairfax are Food Preparation & Serving (40 | 8.4%), Healthcare Support (36 | 7.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (19 | 4.0%), Personal Care & Service (19 | 4.0%), and Security & Protection (11 | 2.3%).
Services Occupations in Fairfax

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Fairfax, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Healthcare Support (30.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (84.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (82.5%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (73.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Fairfax
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support11 (30.6%)25 (69.4%)
Security & Protection11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving7 (17.5%)33 (82.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance5 (26.3%)14 (73.7%)
Personal Care & Service3 (15.8%)16 (84.2%)
Total (Category)37 (29.6%)88 (70.4%)
Total (Overall)254 (53.5%)221 (46.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Fairfax are Sales & Related (57 | 12.0%), and Office & Administration (13 | 2.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Fairfax

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Fairfax
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related15 (26.3%)42 (73.7%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Total (Category)15 (21.4%)55 (78.6%)
Total (Overall)254 (53.5%)221 (46.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Fairfax are Construction & Extraction (28 | 5.9%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (27 | 5.7%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (23 | 4.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Fairfax

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Fairfax
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry21 (91.3%)2 (8.7%)
Construction & Extraction28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)76 (97.4%)2 (2.6%)
Total (Overall)254 (53.5%)221 (46.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Fairfax are Material Moving (64 | 13.5%), Transportation (39 | 8.2%), and Production (24 | 5.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Fairfax

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Fairfax
OccupationMaleFemale
Production20 (83.3%)4 (16.7%)
Transportation26 (66.7%)13 (33.3%)
Material Moving54 (84.4%)10 (15.6%)
Total (Category)100 (78.7%)27 (21.3%)
Total (Overall)254 (53.5%)221 (46.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Fairfax

Employment Industries in Fairfax

The major employment industries in Fairfax include Retail Trade (83 | 17.5%), Manufacturing (77 | 16.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (76 | 16.0%), Educational Services (33 | 7.0%), and Construction (31 | 6.5%).
Employment Industries in Fairfax

Employment Industries by Sex in Fairfax

The Fairfax industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Professional & Scientific (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (85.5%), and Educational Services (81.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Fairfax
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting21 (91.3%)2 (8.7%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing72 (93.5%)5 (6.5%)
Wholesale Trade14 (63.6%)8 (36.4%)
Retail Trade22 (26.5%)61 (73.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance6 (37.5%)10 (62.5%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services6 (18.2%)27 (81.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance11 (14.5%)65 (85.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation11 (64.7%)6 (35.3%)
Accommodation & Food Services7 (30.4%)16 (69.6%)
Public Administration11 (52.4%)10 (47.6%)
Total254 (53.5%)221 (46.5%)

Education in Fairfax

School Enrollment in Fairfax

The most common levels of schooling among the 279 students in Fairfax are elementary school (107 | 38.4%), middle school (73 | 26.2%), and high school (54 | 19.4%).
School Enrollment in Fairfax
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool248.6%
Kindergarten207.2%
Elementary School10738.4%
Middle School7326.2%
High School5419.4%
College / Undergraduate10.4%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total279100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Fairfax

Out of a total of 279 students who are enrolled in schools in Fairfax, 22 (7.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 257 (92.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 6 (31.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 54 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Fairfax
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds13 (68.4%)6 (31.6%)
5 to 9 Year Old93 (89.4%)11 (10.6%)
10 to 14 Year Olds96 (95.1%)5 (5.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total257 (92.1%)22 (7.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Fairfax

Bio, nature & agricultural (15 | 21.1%), arts & humanities (15 | 21.1%), education (11 | 15.5%), business (9 | 12.7%), and science & technology (7 | 9.9%) are the most common fields of study among 71 individuals in Fairfax who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Fairfax
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics22.8%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1521.1%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences34.2%
Engineering34.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology79.9%
Business912.7%
Education1115.5%
Literature & Languages34.2%
Liberal Arts & History34.2%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities1521.1%
Total71100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Fairfax

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Fairfax

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Fairfax are males with 2 vehicles (105, accounting for 41.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (85, making up 49.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Fairfax
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle20 (8.0%)43 (20.3%)
2 Vehicles105 (41.8%)85 (40.1%)
3 Vehicles105 (41.8%)72 (34.0%)
4 Vehicles19 (7.6%)7 (3.3%)
5 or more Vehicles2 (0.8%)5 (2.4%)
Total251 (100.0%)212 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Fairfax

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Fairfax are 5 to 9 minutes (116 commuters, 25.9%), 20 to 24 minutes (78 commuters, 17.4%), and 30 to 34 minutes (66 commuters, 14.7%).
Commute Time in Fairfax
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes347.6%
5 to 9 Minutes11625.9%
10 to 14 Minutes81.8%
15 to 19 Minutes357.8%
20 to 24 Minutes7817.4%
25 to 29 Minutes306.7%
30 to 34 Minutes6614.7%
35 to 39 Minutes51.1%
40 to 44 Minutes276.0%
45 to 59 Minutes20.4%
60 to 89 Minutes347.6%
90 or more Minutes132.9%

Commute Time by Sex in Fairfax

The most common commute times in Fairfax are 5 to 9 minutes (44 commuters, 18.4%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (72 commuters, 34.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Fairfax
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes18 (7.5%)16 (7.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes44 (18.4%)72 (34.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)8 (3.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes27 (11.3%)8 (3.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes17 (7.1%)61 (29.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes14 (5.9%)16 (7.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes43 (18.0%)23 (11.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)5 (2.4%)
40 to 44 Minutes27 (11.3%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes2 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes34 (14.2%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes13 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Fairfax

The most frequent times of departure to work in Fairfax are 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (52, 21.8%) for males and 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM (51, 24.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Fairfax
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM19 (8.0%)2 (1.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM52 (21.8%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)11 (5.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM0 (0.0%)3 (1.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM22 (9.2%)9 (4.3%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM28 (11.7%)43 (20.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM29 (12.1%)17 (8.1%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM9 (3.8%)13 (6.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM11 (4.6%)17 (8.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM15 (6.3%)51 (24.4%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)9 (4.3%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM16 (6.7%)31 (14.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM38 (15.9%)3 (1.4%)
Total239 (100.0%)209 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Fairfax

Occupancy by Ownership in Fairfax

Of the total 434 dwellings in Fairfax, owner-occupied units account for 365 (84.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 69 (15.9%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Fairfax
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units36584.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units6915.9%
Total Occupied Housing Units434100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Fairfax

Occupancy by Household Size in Fairfax
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household15435.5%
2-Person Household12629.0%
3-Person Household5412.4%
4+ Person Household10023.0%
Total Housing Units434100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Fairfax

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Fairfax
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household121 (78.6%)33 (21.4%)
2-Person Household104 (82.5%)22 (17.5%)
3-Person Household54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household86 (86.0%)14 (14.0%)
Total Housing Units365 (84.1%)69 (15.9%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Fairfax

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Fairfax
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School42 (93.3%)3 (6.7%)
High School Diploma128 (82.1%)28 (17.9%)
College/Associate Degree152 (81.3%)35 (18.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher43 (93.5%)3 (6.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Fairfax

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Fairfax
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years6715.4%
35 to 44 Years9622.1%
45 to 54 Years399.0%
55 to 64 Years7818.0%
65 to 74 Years5011.5%
75 to 84 Years7016.1%
85 Years and Over347.8%
Total434100.0%

Housing Finances in Fairfax

Median Income by Occupancy in Fairfax

Median Income by Occupancy in Fairfax
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied365 (84.1%)$56,979
Renter-Occupied69 (15.9%)$0
Average434 (100.0%)$54,688

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Fairfax

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Fairfax
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0009 (2.5%)10 (14.5%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)29 (42.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99913 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99933 (9.0%)1 (1.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99970 (19.2%)3 (4.3%)
$35,000 to $49,99932 (8.8%)3 (4.3%)
$50,000 to $74,99947 (12.9%)14 (20.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99979 (21.6%)3 (4.3%)
$100,000 to $149,99956 (15.3%)3 (4.3%)
$150,000 or more26 (7.1%)3 (4.3%)
Total365 (100.0%)69 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Fairfax

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Fairfax
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30032 (8.8%)11 (15.9%)
$300 to $49972 (19.7%)23 (33.3%)
$500 to $79981 (22.2%)3 (4.3%)
$800 to $99938 (10.4%)3 (4.3%)
$1,000 to $1,49994 (25.8%)8 (11.6%)
$1,500 to $1,99948 (13.2%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total365 (100.0%)69 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Fairfax

Housing Structures in Fairfax

Housing Structures in Fairfax
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached40292.6%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments30.7%
10 or more Apartments214.8%
Mobile Home / Other81.8%
Total434100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Fairfax

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Fairfax
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached365 (90.8%)37 (9.2%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Total365 (84.1%)69 (15.9%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Fairfax

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Fairfax
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)10 (14.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms69 (18.9%)36 (52.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms200 (54.8%)20 (29.0%)
8 or more Rooms96 (26.3%)3 (4.3%)
Total365 (100.0%)69 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Fairfax

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Fairfax
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas282 (77.3%)17 (24.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas7 (1.9%)8 (11.6%)
Electricity34 (9.3%)41 (59.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene36 (9.9%)3 (4.3%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels6 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total365 (100.0%)69 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Fairfax

Household Vehicle Usage in Fairfax
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle9 (2.5%)18 (26.1%)
1 Vehicle74 (20.3%)32 (46.4%)
2 Vehicles167 (45.8%)13 (18.8%)
3 or more Vehicles115 (31.5%)6 (8.7%)
Total365 (100.0%)69 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Fairfax

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Fairfax

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units165200
Median Property Value$63,600$105,800
Median Household Income$32,986$22
Monthly Housing Costs$465$0
Real Estate Taxes$776$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Fairfax

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Fairfax
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00056 (33.9%)12 (6.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99967 (40.6%)79 (39.5%)
$100,000 to $299,99938 (23.0%)107 (53.5%)
$300,000 to $499,9994 (2.4%)2 (1.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total165 (100.0%)200 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Fairfax

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Fairfax
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0009 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99937 (22.4%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99951 (30.9%)9 (4.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99930 (18.2%)19 (9.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99920 (12.1%)2 (1.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9998 (4.9%)27 (13.5%)
$100,000 to $149,9996 (3.6%)71 (35.5%)
$150,000 or more4 (2.4%)50 (25.0%)
Total165 (100.0%)200 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Fairfax

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Fairfax
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x100 (60.6%)94,531 (47,265.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x22 (13.3%)172 (86.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x6 (3.6%)12 (6.0%)
4.0x or more37 (22.4%)3 (1.5%)
Total165 (100.0%)200 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Fairfax

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Fairfax
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80087 (52.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49927 (16.4%)64 (32.0%)
$800 to $1,49948 (29.1%)43 (21.5%)
Total165 (100.0%)200 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Fairfax

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fairfax

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fairfax
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years75 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years245 (98.8%)3 (1.2%)
19 to 25 Years96 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years99 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years130 (78.8%)35 (21.2%)
45 to 54 Years73 (91.2%)7 (8.7%)
55 to 64 Years120 (88.9%)15 (11.1%)
65 to 74 Years94 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older130 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,062 (94.7%)60 (5.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Fairfax

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Fairfax
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born75 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen245 (98.8%)3 (1.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen96 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Fairfax

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Fairfax
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000140 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999189 (98.4%)3 (1.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999195 (92.9%)15 (7.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999292 (89.3%)35 (10.7%)
$100,000 and over237 (97.1%)7 (2.9%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fairfax

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fairfax
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 644 (58.7%)39 (52.0%)
6 to 18 Years160 (64.5%)134 (54.0%)
19 to 25 Years21 (21.9%)75 (78.1%)
25 to 34 Years34 (34.3%)72 (72.7%)
35 to 44 Years51 (30.9%)89 (53.9%)
45 to 54 Years34 (42.5%)39 (48.7%)
55 to 64 Years30 (22.2%)102 (75.6%)
65 to 74 Years94 (100.0%)59 (62.8%)
75 Years and over130 (100.0%)59 (45.4%)
Total598 (53.3%)668 (59.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Fairfax

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Fairfax
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years13 (9.7%)3 (2.3%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)10 (9.9%)
35 to 64 Years44 (21.6%)23 (13.1%)
65 to 74 Years3 (7.0%)6 (11.8%)
75 Years and over4 (7.3%)36 (48.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Fairfax

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Fairfax: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years2 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years3 (7.0%)3 (5.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)23 (30.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Fairfax: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years8 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)3 (5.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)12 (16.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Fairfax: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years13 (9.7%)3 (2.3%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)10 (9.9%)
35 to 64 Years27 (13.2%)3 (1.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)16 (21.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Fairfax: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years2 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years39 (19.1%)20 (11.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)3 (5.9%)
75 Years and over4 (7.3%)12 (16.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Fairfax: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years10 (7.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years12 (5.9%)8 (4.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (4.0%)

Technology Access in Fairfax

Computing Device Access in Fairfax

Computing Device Access in Fairfax
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop31372.1%
Smartphone33677.4%
Tablet25759.2%
No Computing Device6314.5%
Total434100.0%

Internet Access in Fairfax

Internet Access in Fairfax
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home26160.1%
Cellular Data Only6615.2%
Satellite Internet439.9%
No Internet8218.9%
Total434100.0%

Fairfax Summary

Fairfax, Minnesota is a small city located in Renville County, in the south-central part of the state. It is situated on the banks of the Minnesota River, about 40 miles west of the Twin Cities. The city has a population of 1,845 people, according to the 2010 census.

History

The area that is now Fairfax was first settled in the late 1800s by German and Scandinavian immigrants. The city was officially incorporated in 1887, and was named after Fairfax, Virginia. The city was originally a farming community, and the main crops were wheat, oats, and corn. In the early 1900s, the city began to grow and develop, and by the 1920s, it had become a thriving small town.
In the 1950s, Fairfax began to experience a period of growth and development. The city was home to several businesses, including a flour mill, a creamery, and a canning factory. The city also had a number of churches, schools, and other civic organizations.

Geography

Fairfax is located in the south-central part of Minnesota, in Renville County. It is situated on the banks of the Minnesota River, about 40 miles west of the Twin Cities. The city has a total area of 1.2 square miles, all of which is land. The city is located in a flat, open area, with rolling hills to the north and east.

Economy

The economy of Fairfax is largely based on agriculture. The city is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including wheat, oats, corn, and soybeans. The city also has a number of businesses, including a flour mill, a creamery, and a canning factory. In addition, the city is home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other small businesses.

Demographics

According to the 2010 census, Fairfax has a population of 1,845 people. The racial makeup of the city is 97.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. The median household income in Fairfax is $45,938, and the median family income is $54,844. The per capita income in Fairfax is $20,945.

Conclusion

Fairfax, Minnesota is a small city located in Renville County, in the south-central part of the state. It is situated on the banks of the Minnesota River, about 40 miles west of the Twin Cities. The city has a population of 1,845 people, according to the 2010 census. The economy of Fairfax is largely based on agriculture, and the city is home to several businesses, including a flour mill, a creamery, and a canning factory. The racial makeup of the city is 97.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. The median household income in Fairfax is $45,938, and the median family income is $54,844. The per capita income in Fairfax is $20,945.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Fairfax?
Total Population of Fairfax is 1,169.
What is the Total Male Population of Fairfax?
Total Male Population of Fairfax is 563.
What is the Total Female Population of Fairfax?
Total Female Population of Fairfax is 606.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Fairfax?
There are 92.90 Males per 100 Females in Fairfax.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Fairfax?
There are 107.64 Females per 100 Males in Fairfax.
What is the Median Population Age in Fairfax?
Median Population Age in Fairfax is 38.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Fairfax
Average Family Size in Fairfax is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Fairfax
Average Household Size in Fairfax is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Fairfax?
Per Capita income in Fairfax is $26,789.
What is the Median Family Income in Fairfax?
Median Family Income in Fairfax is $76,806.
What is the Median Household income in Fairfax?
Median Household Income in Fairfax is $54,688.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Fairfax?
Income or Wage Gap in Fairfax is 37.8%.
Women in Fairfax earn 62.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Fairfax?
Inequality or Gini Index in Fairfax is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Fairfax?
There are 500 People in the Labor Forcein in Fairfax.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Fairfax?
56.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Fairfax.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Fairfax?
Unemployment Rate in Fairfax is 5.0%.