Housing in Fairfield, IL
Home values, rent, ownership rates, and housing market data
Housing Market Snapshot
Source: Zillow — January 2026Zillow Home Value Index
$114,624
Fairfield vs Similar Cities
Source: Census ACS / Redfin (2023)Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Fairfield is highlighted.
Median Home Value
17th%ilemost expensive$91,800show rank
Median Rent
5th%ilemost expensive rent$558show rank
Rent Burden
33rd%ilehighest rent burden16.3%show rank
Census Housing Data
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Median Home Value
$91,800
Median Rent
$558
Total Housing Units
2,602
Vacancy Rate
10.9%
Owner Occupied
68.1%
Renter Occupied
31.9%
Median Property Tax
$1,652
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$779
Housing Types
Single Family76.1%
Multi-Family15.6%
Mobile Home8.3%
The median home value in Fairfield, IL is $91,800. According to Zillow, the home value index for Fairfield is $114,624. The median rent is $558 per month (Census ACS). About 68.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1957. There are 2,602 total housing units.