Fairfield, ME β City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Somerset County Β· Maine
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Fairfield based on 8 key metrics β compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
2,432
2023 ACS
Median Income
$50,718
2023
Median Home Value
$140,200
2023
Median Rent
$947
2023
Median Age
34.9
Unemployment
3.0%
Cost of Living Index
88.0
100 = national avg
Fairfield is a city in Somerset County, Maine, with a population of 2,432 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Fairfield is one of the communities in Maine.
The median household income in Fairfield is $50,718, and the median home value is $140,200. The cost of living index is 88.0 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $947 per month. The unemployment rate is 3.0%, and the median age is 34.9 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
2,432
Male
1,086
44.7%
Female
1,346
55.3%
Median Age
34.9
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
6.3%
High School or Higher
36.7%
Foreign Born
0.0%
Veterans
2.5%
Married
31.7%
Avg Household Size
2.2
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.064
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
96.7%
Foreign Born
0.0%
American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
2,310
English Only
99.6%
#1 Non-English Language
Other Indo-European
9 speakers
Limited English
0.4%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
99.6%
Limited English Proficiency
0.4%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
61
2.5% of population
Disability Rate
16.4%
10 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$45,391
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
61
100.0%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$45,391
Non-Veteran Income
$33,212
Difference
$12,179
36.7% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
10
Without Disability
51
Disability Rate
16.4%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
1,958
#1 Ancestry
English
22.5% (546)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
17.0% (414)
#3 Ancestry
American
9.4% (228)
Top 17 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
1,111
Family Households
637
57.3%
Married Couples
380
34.2%
Non-Family Households
474
42.7%
Single Mother Households
192
17.3%
Single Father Households
65
5.9%
Living Alone
420
37.8%
Children Under 18
Total Children
529
In Married Couple
219
41.4%
With Single Mother
240
45.4%
With Single Father
70
13.2%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$74,335
Married Couple Income
$107,891
Single Mother Income
$39,194
Single Father Income
$93,018
Avg Family Size
2.2
Avg Non-Family Size
2.0
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
19
Grandparents Responsible
9
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$50,718
-31% vs national
Per Capita Income
$28,246
-24% vs national
Poverty Rate
24.4%
+80% vs national
Gini Index
0.4154
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
3.0%
-42% vs national
SNAP Recipients
25.1%
of households
How Fairfield Compares
Fairfield vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Fairfield is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Fairfield, ME has a median household income of $50,718, making it the 21,041st highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Fairfield has a higher median household income than 25% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Fairfield, ME has a per capita income of $28,246, making it the 19,187th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Fairfield has a higher per capita income than 32% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Fairfield, ME has a poverty rate of 24.4%, making it the 4,932nd highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Fairfield has a higher poverty rate than 84% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Fairfield, ME has a unemployment rate of 3.0%, making it the 17,573rd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Fairfield has a higher unemployment rate than 43% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Fairfield. The median household income here is $50,718.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
3.0%
-43% vs ME avg
Labor Force
1,321
Employed
1,281
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
6.3%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
36.7%
of adults 25+
Median Age
34.9
Work from Home
7.9%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Maine metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$96.7K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
88.0
100 = national avg
-12.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$38,710
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$91,497
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,083
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,266
per month
The median household income in Fairfield, ME is $50,718, which is 30.7% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $28,246. The poverty rate of 24.4% is higher than the ME state average of 13.9%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4154, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 3.0%, compared to the state average of 5.3%. The labor force is 1,321. 6.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 77.9% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 88.0, which is 12.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 94.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $38,710 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotZillow β January 2026
Zillow Home Value Index
$224,859
Fairfield vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Fairfield is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Fairfield, ME has a median home value of $140,200, making it the 17,448th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Fairfield has a higher median home value than 38% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Fairfield, ME has a median rent of $947, making it the 11,231st highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Fairfield has a higher median rent than 50% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Fairfield, ME has a rent burden of 22.4%, making it the 5,799th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Fairfield has a higher rent burden than 74% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$140,200
Median Rent
$947
Total Housing Units
1,279
Vacancy Rate
13.1%
Owner Occupied
56.2%
Renter Occupied
43.8%
Median Property Tax
$2,207
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,277
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,207
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.57%
of home value
Median Home Value
$140,200
Estimated Mean Tax
$2,195
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,207) by the median home value ($140,200). In Fairfield, ME, this works out to an effective rate of 1.57%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The median home value in Fairfield, ME is $140,200. According to Zillow, the home value index for Fairfield is $224,859. The median rent is $947 per month (Census ACS). About 56.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1938. There are 1,279 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,207. The effective tax rate is 1.57%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
1.22
per 1,000 residents
-53% vs national
Property Crime Rate
21.96
per 1,000 residents
+28% vs national
Total Crimes
152
2024
Violent Clearance
50%
cases solved
Property Clearance
22%
cases solved
YoY Change
-33.3%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Fairfield Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Fairfield vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with Under 10,000 residents. Fairfield is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Fairfield police solve 75% of aggravated assault cases but only 0% of burglary cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 4 | 0.61 | 25.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 4 | 0.61 | 75.0% |
| Burglary | Property | 5 | 0.76 | 0.0% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 129 | 19.67 | 23.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 10 | 1.53 | 20.0% |
Fairfield, ME reported 8 violent crimes and 144 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 1.22 per 1,000 residents is 53.1% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 50% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 129 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 0.0% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 8 | 144 | 1.22 | 21.96 |
| 2023 | 12 | 93 | 1.83 | 14.17 |
| 2022 | 10 | 115 | 1.54 | 17.67 |
| 2021 | 11 | 134 | 1.68 | 20.51 |
| 2020 | 15 | 84 | 2.30 | 12.86 |
| 2019 | 11 | 108 | 1.68 | 16.53 |
| 2018 | 7 | 102 | 1.07 | 15.60 |
| 2017 | 5 | 152 | 0.76 | 23.17 |
| 2016 | 7 | 139 | 1.08 | 21.37 |
| 2015 | 15 | 220 | 2.30 | 33.71 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
67.9
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
69.1
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
41.1
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
53.9
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
29
Public Assistance
$8.8M
Individual Assistance
$449K
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
11 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
138
Total Claims Paid
$2,022,678
Avg Claim Payout
$14,657
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
12
Federal Funding
$269,497
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.89
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 7 | $177,688 |
| 402.1: Infrastructure Protective Measures (Roads and Bridges) | 4 | $62,992 |
| 602.1: Other Equipment Purchase and Installation | 1 | $28,817 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Fairfield has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are winter weather, cold wave, ice storm. The area has had 29 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (11 declarations). 138 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $8,812,737 in public assistance recovery funding. $448,899 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 12 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
37.4%
1.3pp above the national average
Depression Rate
30.7%
7.2pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.1%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.8%
0.8pp 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
37.6%
Arthritis
31.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
23.6%
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
22.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
30.7%
Loneliness
36.4%
Lack of Support
25.2%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
37.1%
Mobility
15.9%
Cognitive
19.9%
Hearing
8.6%
Vision
5.6%
Self-Care
4.4%
Independent Living
10.6%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Fairfield has an obesity rate of 37.4%, which is 1.3pp above the national average. The depression rate is 30.7%, 7.2pp above the national average. About 9.8% of adults lack health insurance. 80.8% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
4.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.8 mi
Northern Light Inland Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Light Inland Hospital | 3.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | β | Yes |
| Redington Fairview General Hospital | 14.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Northern Light Sebasticook Valley Hospital | 15.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | β | Yes |
| Maine General Medical Center | 17.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Togus Va Medical Center | 17.9 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 4/5 | Yes |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
77.9%
-1% vs national
Work From Home
7.9%
-15% vs national
Carpool
12.9%
Walk
1.3%
How Fairfield's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
2
2023
5-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
1
Nighttime
1
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Fairfield, ME covers travel times and transportation modes. 77.9% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 7.9% work from home, which is below the ME state average of 11.9%. 12.9% of workers carpool. 1.3% walk to work. In 2023, there were 2 traffic fatalities from 2 fatal crashes. 1 was a pedestrian.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
93.8%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
81.9%
of households
No Internet
4.8%
of households
Total Households
1,111
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
91.9%
of households
Smartphone
88.7%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
66.9%
of households
Tablet
53.7%
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
24.3Β’
per kWh
+27% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
18.2Β’
per kWh
+18% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
12.5Β’
per kWh
+5% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$134
residential
-9% vs Under 10,000 avg
42% above the national average of 17.1Β’/kWh
Residential electricity in Maine averages 24.3Β’ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1Β’. The average monthly electric bill is $134. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Fairfield vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (Β’/kWh)
Commercial Rate (Β’/kWh)
Industrial Rate (Β’/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
93.8% of households in Fairfield have broadband internet access. 81.9% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 9.0% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 4.8% of households have no internet access. 20.7% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Fairfield is located in Somerset County, ME. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Fairfield.
Election Overview
Source: Somerset County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
10,134
35.6%
GOP Votes
17,826
62.7%
Total Votes
28,441
Margin
R+27.0%
Shift from 2020
R+3.7pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 10,134 | 17,826 | 28,441 | 35.6% | 62.7% | R+27.0 |
| 2020 | 10,199 | 16,644 | 27,578 | 37.0% | 60.4% | R+23.4 |
| 2016 | 9,092 | 14,998 | 25,968 | 35.0% | 57.8% | R+22.7 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Somerset County recorded 28,441 total votes. Republicans won the county with 62.7% of the vote compared to 35.6% for Democrats, a margin of R+27.0%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+3.7pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Somerset County has shifted 4.3 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
17
Total Assets
$12.8M
Total Income
$4.0M
Per 10K Residents
69.9
nonprofits
-43.1% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
3
Median Assets
$2.0M
Oldest Active
1955
ruling year
Newest Org
2024
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 Under 10,000
Largest Nonprofits in Fairfield
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KENNEBEC VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION | β | $6.4M | $1.8M | 1993 | |
| KENNEBEC VALLEY COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS | Community Improvement | $3.7M | $617K | 1998 | |
| KENNEBEC MONTESSORI SCHOOL | β | $2.0M | $1.2M | 1977 | |
| FAIRFIELD INTERFAITH FOOD PANTRY INC | Human Services | $435K | $96K | 2007 | |
| FAIRFIELD POLICE ATHLETIC LEAGUE INC | Youth Development | $254K | $262K | 1998 |
Fairfield, ME has 17 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $12.8M. The most common category is Education, with 2 organizations. 3 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 69.9 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1955.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
37
Total Approved
$8.3M
Jobs Supported
112
Per 10K Residents
152.1
SBA loans
-6.6% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
10
Top Lender
TD Bank, National Association
10 loans
Top Industry
Manufacturing
Data Span
1992β2024
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
35
Total Amount
$4.7M
Avg Loan
$135,423
Median Loan
$50,000
SBA Guaranteed
$3.4M(72%)
Jobs Supported
109
Loans
2
Total Amount
$3.5M
Avg Loan
$1,765,500
Median Loan
$1,765,500
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
8
22% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$4.2M
51% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$524,500
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bds Waste Disposal, Inc. | 2 | $3.5M |
| Zimba Company | 2 | $940K |
| Purple Cow House of Pancake Inc | 2 | $660K |
| Kennebec Valley Dental Arts Pa | 2 | $447K |
| Group Insurance Agency Specialists Inc. | 1 | $323K |
| H2 Manufacturing Llc | 2 | $322K |
| Xcel Manufacturing Llc | 2 | $275K |
| Frazee Kelley C.& Richard L. | 1 | $220K |
| Hilltop Farms & Greenhouses | 2 | $215K |
| Poulin's Antiques & Auctions Inc. | 1 | $150K |
Fairfield, ME has received 37 SBA loans totaling $8.3M in approved funding between 1992 and 2024. The 7(a) program accounts for 35 loans (95% of the total), supporting 109 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 2 loans totaling $3.5M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Manufacturing. The most active SBA lender in Fairfield is TD Bank, National Association with 10 loans. That works out to 152.1 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
7
Total Population
39,697
Avg Median Income
-$285,678,763
Avg Home Value
-$190,350,776
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04901 | 27,431 | $54,122 | $188,800 | $957 | 78.8 |
| 04910 | 2,358 | $57,356 | $207,900 | $703 | 38.8 |
| 04926 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 04927 | 3,385 | $74,544 | $172,100 | $1,122 | 43.9 |
| 04937 | 6,411 | $62,633 | $149,700 | $943 | 51.9 |
| 04944 | 63 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1.7 |
| 04975 | 49 | N/A | $159,400 | N/A | 0.1 |
Fairfield, ME has 7 ZIP codes with a combined population of 39,697. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$285,678,763. The average median home value is -$190,350,776. The average median monthly rent is -$285,713,753.
Similar Cities
Cities with similar population, income, housing, crime, education, and demographic profiles.