Fairfield, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
187 332.4M (US)
Median Age
59.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
81.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$88,073 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
98.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
42 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
50.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$273,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$334 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$833 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
89.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Nelson County
1
Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Area
3
Kentucky
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Nelson County
2
Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Area
4
Kentucky
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 2 33
Feb 4 3 37
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 64
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 3 0 75
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 4 0 47
Dec 4 2 36

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, KY State Senate District 14, KY State House District 50, KY
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Schools

Bloomfield Middle School
4 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Bloomfield Elementary School
4 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Coxs Creek Elementary School
6 miles, W • 3.2 star
Spencer County Elementary School
7 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Empire Beauty School-Hurstborne
20 miles, N • 1 star
MedQuest College
22 miles, N
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Hospitals

Flaget Memorial Hospital
9 miles, W • 3.2 star
Jewish Hospital-Shelbyville
21 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Blue Grass Airport
43 miles, E • 1.9 star
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