Fairfield Township, OH

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
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
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
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
3,644 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,496 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$168,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$440 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$600 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Highland County
2
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

Highland County
4
Ohio
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (69%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 29
Feb 3 4 32
Mar 4 2 41
Apr 4 0 52
May 5 0 62
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 0 44
Dec 3 3 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Fairfield Local High School
<1 miles, S · 4.1star
Fairfield Local Middle School
<1 miles, S · 4.6star
New Vienna Elementary School
7 miles, W · 4.1star

Colleges

Southern State Community College
8 miles, SW · 1.4star
Wilmington College
16 miles, NW · 2.3star
Chatfield College
20 miles, W · 1star
Ohio University-Chillicothe Campus
30 miles, SE · 2.3star

Hospitals

Highland District Hospital
9 miles, SW · 3.2star
Fayette County Memorial Hospital
16 miles, NE · 3.2star
Clinton Memorial Hospital
17 miles, NW · 1.4star

Airports