With about 18,303 residents, Fairmont is one of West Virginia's notable places. Fairmont sits in Marion County. The median age is 34.5 and the median household income is $60,791. Homes carry a median value of $159,100, and about 62% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (85%). Around 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 21 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
Fairmont — frequently asked
What is the population of Fairmont, West Virginia?
Fairmont has a population of about 18,303, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Fairmont?
The median home value in Fairmont is $159,100, and the median gross rent is $902/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Fairmont safe? What is the crime rate?
Fairmont Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 606 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — higher than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Fairmont face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Marion County as "Relatively Low" overall, with top hazards including lightning, riverine flooding, hail.
How many schools are in Fairmont?
Fairmont has 9 public schools (4 elementary, 2 middle, 2 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Fairmont?
Public registry data lists 7 registered sex offenders in or near Fairmont. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.