Fairview, CA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Alameda County · California
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Fairview based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
10,033
2023 ACS
Median Income
$148,801
2023
Median Home Value
$915,100
2023
Median Rent
$2,665
2023
Median Age
45.8
Unemployment
5.3%
Cost of Living Index
243.6
100 = national avg
Fairview is a city in Alameda County, California, with a population of 10,033 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Fairview is one of the communities in California.
The median household income in Fairview is $148,801, and the median home value is $915,100. The cost of living index is 243.6 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $2,665 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, and the median age is 45.8 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
10,033
Male
5,337
53.2%
Female
4,696
46.8%
Median Age
45.8
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
32.3%
High School or Higher
48.6%
Foreign Born
26.5%
Veterans
3.8%
Married
46.4%
Avg Household Size
2.9
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.712
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
37.6%
Foreign Born
26.5%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
22.2%
2,229 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
77.8%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
9,586
English Only
63.6%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
1,562 speakers
Limited English
11.5%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
88.5%
Limited English Proficiency
11.5%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
385
3.8% of population
Disability Rate
3.6%
14 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$78,100
Unemployment Rate
8.9%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
341
88.6%
Female Veterans
44
11.4%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$78,100
Non-Veteran Income
$57,860
Difference
$20,240
35.0% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
14
Without Disability
371
Disability Rate
3.6%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
4,201
#1 Ancestry
German
6.7% (675)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
5.9% (587)
#3 Ancestry
American
5.1% (515)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
3,423
Family Households
2,587
75.6%
Married Couples
2,039
59.6%
Non-Family Households
836
24.4%
Single Mother Households
412
12.0%
Single Father Households
136
4.0%
Living Alone
726
21.2%
Children Under 18
Total Children
1,418
In Married Couple
1,215
85.7%
With Single Mother
147
10.4%
With Single Father
56
3.9%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$158,295
Married Couple Income
$161,054
Single Mother Income
$124,111
Single Father Income
$126,528
Avg Family Size
2.9
Avg Non-Family Size
3.2
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
402
Grandparents Responsible
90
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$148,801
+103% vs national
Per Capita Income
$59,469
+60% vs national
Poverty Rate
2.3%
-83% vs national
Gini Index
0.3849
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.3%
+2% vs national
SNAP Recipients
2.0%
of households
How Fairview Compares
Fairview vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Fairview is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Fairview, CA has a median household income of $148,801, making it the 1,303rd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Fairview has a higher median household income than 95% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Fairview, CA has a per capita income of $59,469, making it the 2,680th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Fairview has a higher per capita income than 90% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Fairview, CA has a poverty rate of 2.3%, making it the 27,264th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Fairview has a higher poverty rate than 13% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Fairview, CA has a unemployment rate of 5.3%, making it the 10,777th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Fairview has a higher unemployment rate than 65% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Fairview. The median household income here is $148,801.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.3%
-30% vs CA avg
Labor Force
5,370
Employed
5,084
Mean Commute
32 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
32.3%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
48.6%
of adults 25+
Median Age
45.8
Work from Home
19.4%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Computer and Information Systems Managers
Top Median Wage
$221.8K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
243.6
100 = national avg
+143.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$107,196
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$253,373
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$2,385
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,912
per month
The median household income in Fairview, CA is $148,801, which is 103.2% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $59,469. The poverty rate of 2.3% is lower than the CA state average of 13.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3849, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, compared to the state average of 7.6%. The labor force is 5,370. 32.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 32 minutes, with 19.4% working from home. About 65.1% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 243.6, which is 143.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 354.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $107,196 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$784,500
Median List Price
$924,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$390
Days on Market
17
Active Inventory
10
Months of Supply
5.0
Balanced market
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
50.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
50.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
117.3%
Seller's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
2
New Listings
8
Pending Sales
4
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$390
Median List $/SF
$568
Fairview vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Fairview is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Fairview, CA has a median home value of $915,100, making it the 769th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Fairview has a higher median home value than 97% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Fairview, CA has a median rent of $2,665, making it the 498th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Fairview has a higher median rent than 98% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Fairview, CA has a price per square foot of $390, making it the 2,027th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Fairview has a higher price per square foot than 90% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Fairview, CA has a rent burden of 21.5%, making it the 6,841st highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Fairview has a higher rent burden than 69% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$915,100
Median Rent
$2,665
Total Housing Units
3,521
Vacancy Rate
2.8%
Owner Occupied
79.2%
Renter Occupied
20.8%
Median Property Tax
$6,718
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$2,611
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$6,718
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.73%
of home value
Median Home Value
$915,100
Estimated Mean Tax
$8,033
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($6,718) by the median home value ($915,100). In Fairview, CA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.73%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Fairview, CA is $784,500 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 17 days on the market. 50.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 5.0 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $390. The median rent is $2,665 per month (Census ACS). About 79.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1972. There are 3,521 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $6,718. The effective tax rate is 0.73%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Fairview. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
99.8
Very High
Expected Annual Loss
99.8
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
27.5
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
91.2
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
24
Public Assistance
$150.0M
Individual Assistance
$5.0M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
8 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
Showing 20 of 29 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
568
Total Claims Paid
$4,448,681
Avg Claim Payout
$7,832
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
79
Federal Funding
$106,565,281
Properties Protected
49
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
4.82
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 205.6: Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Public Structures - Seismic | 24 | $76,165,973 |
| 300.2: Vegetation Management - Wildfire | 13 | $8,048,258 |
| 100.1: Public Awareness and Education (Brochures, Workshops, Videos, etc.) | 6 | $318,439 |
| 601.1: Generators | 6 | $694,742 |
| 205.5: Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Private Structures - Seismic | 5 | $6,732,117 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Fairview has a very high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are earthquake, landslide, wildfire. The area has had 24 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (8 declarations). 568 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $149,982,078 in public assistance recovery funding. $5,016,434 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 79 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
24.9%
11.2pp below the national average
Depression Rate
19.5%
4.0pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.1%
0.8pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.0%
3.6pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
33.8%
Arthritis
21.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.7%
Teeth Lost (65+)
7.2%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
15.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.5%
Loneliness
37.5%
Lack of Support
27.4%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
27.6%
Mobility
11.9%
Cognitive
12.2%
Hearing
5.2%
Vision
4.3%
Self-Care
3.1%
Independent Living
6.6%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Fairview has an obesity rate of 24.9%, which is 11.2pp below the national average. The depression rate is 19.5%, 4.0pp below the national average. About 7.0% of adults lack health insurance. 73.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
2.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.9 mi
Willow Rock Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Rock Center | 4.9 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| St Rose Hospital | 5.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | — |
| Eden Medical Center | 5.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| San Ramon Regional Medical Center | 7.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital - San Leandro | 7.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
32 min
+38% vs national
Drive Alone
65.1%
-17% vs national
Public Transit
7.7%
+756% vs national
Work From Home
19.4%
+108% vs national
Carpool
7.0%
How Fairview's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
The average commute in Fairview, CA is 32 minutes, which is 38.5% above the national average of 23 minutes. 65.1% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 19.4% work from home, which is above the CA state average of 14.0%. Public transit is used by 7.7% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 7.0% of workers carpool.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
93.5%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
82.6%
of households
No Internet
5.3%
of households
Total Households
3,423
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
93.0%
of households
Smartphone
88.8%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
86.3%
of households
Tablet
69.1%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
32.0¢
per kWh
+68% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Commercial Rate
25.5¢
per kWh
+65% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Industrial Rate
21.5¢
per kWh
+81% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$161
residential
+10% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
87% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in California averages 32.0¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $161. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Fairview vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (10,000 - 25,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
93.5% of households in Fairview have broadband internet access. 82.6% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 8.8% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 5.3% of households have no internet access.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Fairview is located in Alameda County, CA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Fairview.
Election Overview
Source: Alameda County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
499,551
74.6%
GOP Votes
140,789
21.0%
Total Votes
669,800
Margin
D+53.6%
Shift from 2020
R+9.0pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 499,551 | 140,789 | 669,800 | 74.6% | 21.0% | D+53.6 |
| 2020 | 617,659 | 136,309 | 769,864 | 80.2% | 17.7% | D+62.5 |
| 2016 | 486,351 | 91,189 | 613,195 | 79.3% | 14.9% | D+64.4 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Alameda County recorded 669,800 total votes. Democrats won the county with 74.6% of the vote compared to 21.0% for Republicans, a margin of D+53.6%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+9.0pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Alameda County has shifted 10.9 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
13
Total Assets
$4.1M
Total Income
$2.0M
Per 10K Residents
13.0
nonprofits
-79.9% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
1
Median Assets
$7K
Oldest Active
1943
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationNonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 10,000 - 25,000
Largest Nonprofits in Fairview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORTHSTAR SCHOOL | Education | $4.1M | $1.9M | 2004 | |
| WOMEN OVER FIFTY AND THEIR FRIENDS INC | Philanthropy | $7K | $151K | 1999 | |
| COPTIC YOUTH CENTER LLC | — | $6K | $5K | 2021 |
Fairview, CA has 13 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $4.1M. The most common category is Education, with 4 organizations. 1 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 13.0 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1943.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
18
Total Population
804,665
Avg Median Income
$137,626
Avg Home Value
$1,001,556
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94536 | 70,707 | $156,672 | $1,210,200 | $2,835 | 14.1 |
| 94541 | 67,785 | $106,556 | $781,900 | $2,229 | 7.5 |
| 94542 | 14,729 | $131,989 | $1,085,900 | $2,605 | 8.7 |
| 94544 | 76,739 | $108,358 | $801,900 | $2,339 | 10.9 |
| 94545 | 33,186 | $115,258 | $838,800 | $2,426 | 14.5 |
| 94546 | 45,848 | $125,780 | $976,300 | $2,506 | 16.0 |
| 94552 | 14,359 | $205,170 | $1,286,300 | $2,925 | 51.8 |
| 94555 | 37,500 | $213,488 | $1,295,000 | $3,207 | 13.9 |
| 94568 | 70,542 | $205,046 | $1,224,100 | $3,174 | 16.5 |
| 94577 | 47,533 | $110,989 | $824,900 | $2,199 | 8.1 |
| 94578 | 41,567 | $89,149 | $793,500 | $2,077 | 4.6 |
| 94579 | 19,955 | $94,193 | $815,900 | $1,972 | 3.1 |
| 94580 | 28,866 | $110,106 | $820,100 | $2,164 | 3.3 |
| 94582 | 47,182 | $211,159 | $1,543,800 | $2,880 | 13.4 |
| 94583 | 39,418 | $184,033 | $1,234,400 | $2,973 | 21.2 |
| 94587 | 68,141 | $137,194 | $1,058,200 | $2,713 | 19.6 |
| 94603 | 36,440 | $71,086 | $596,100 | $1,838 | 2.7 |
| 94605 | 44,168 | $101,043 | $840,700 | $1,867 | 8.8 |
Fairview, CA has 18 ZIP codes with a combined population of 804,665. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $137,626. The average median home value is $1,001,556. The average median monthly rent is $2,496.
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