Fairfield is home to roughly 9,438 residents. Fairfield was founded in 1839 and sits in Jefferson County. The median age is 40.5 and the median household income is $48,302. Homes carry a median value of $152,900, and about 57% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (74.9%). Around 51% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 12 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
Source: Dru Sjodin National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW) and state registries. Public record. This information is provided for public awareness. Using it to harass, threaten, or discriminate against any registrant, or for any purpose prohibited by law, is illegal. Verify against the official registry record before relying on it.
Common questions
Fairfield — frequently asked
What is the population of Fairfield, Iowa?
Fairfield has a population of about 9,438, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Fairfield?
The median home value in Fairfield is $152,900, and the median gross rent is $864/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Fairfield safe? What is the crime rate?
Fairfield Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 127 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — lower than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Fairfield face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Jefferson County as "Very Low" overall, with top hazards including drought, hail, heat wave.
How many schools are in Fairfield?
Fairfield has 4 public schools (2 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Fairfield?
Public registry data lists 1 registered sex offenders in or near Fairfield. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.