Fairfield County, OH

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
161,289 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$87,069 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$272,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$652 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$864 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Columbus Metro Area
3
Ohio
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Columbus Metro Area
5
Ohio
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 28
Feb 2 5 31
Mar 3 2 40
Apr 4 0 51
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 3 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 0 42
Dec 3 3 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 12, OH State Senate District 20, OH State House District 73, OH
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Schools

Tarhe Trails Elementary School
<1 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Fairfield Christian Academy
<1 miles, S • 5 star
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Colleges

Ohio University-Lancaster Campus
2 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Fairfield Medical Center
3 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Hocking Valley Community Hospital
17 miles, S • 3.2 star
Berger Hospital
19 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Airports

Rickenbacker International Airport
17 miles, NW • 1 star
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