Fairfield, WA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
607 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$233,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$531 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$792 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Spokane County
4
Spokane-Spokane Valley Metro Area
4
Washington
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Spokane County
8
Spokane-Spokane Valley Metro Area
8
Washington
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 11 30
Feb 2 6 33
Mar 2 3 40
Apr 2 1 46
May 2 0 54
Jun 2 0 60
Jul 1 0 67
Aug 1 0 67
Sep 1 0 58
Oct 2 0 46
Nov 3 5 36
Dec 3 13 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 7%

Schools

Liberty High School
7 miles, W 4.1 star
Liberty Jr High & Elementary
7 miles, W 3.7 star
Freeman Middle School
9 miles, N 4.1 star
Freeman Elementary School
9 miles, N 4.1 star

Colleges

Eastern Washington University
20 miles, NW 2.3 star
Carrington College-Spokane
21 miles, N 1.4 star

Hospitals

Multicare Valley Hospital
20 miles, N 3.2 star
Deaconess Medical Center
22 miles, N 4.1 star

Airports

Spokane International Airport
23 miles, NW 1.9 star
Tri-Cities Airport
120 miles, W 1 star
Missoula International Airport
148 miles, SE 1.4 star