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Fairfield
  • Suburb in Connecticut
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Fairfield
#12 in Best Places to Live in Connecticut
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Suburb in Connecticut
  • 114 reviews
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    Fairfield Residents

    Diversity
    B
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Population
    61,740
    Unemployment Rate
    3.2%
    Poverty Rate
    5.2%
    Non-Citizens
    4.6%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the people who live in your area?
    Based on 16 responses
    • Well educated
      50%
    • Diverse
      25%
    • Family oriented
      13%
    • Heterogenous
      13%

    Fairfield Demographics

    Education Levels
    • Master's degree or higher
      30%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      36%
      20%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      16%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      14%
      27%
    • Less than high school diploma
      4%
      12%
    Racial Diversity
    • White
      84%
    • Hispanic
      7%
    • Asian
      4%
    • Two or more races
      2%
    • African American
      2%
    • Other race
      1%
    • Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
      0%
    • American Indian or Alaska native
      0%
    Gender
    • Female
      53%
    • Male
      47%
    Age
    • <10 years
      11%
    • 10-17 years
      12%
    • 18-24 years
      14%
    • 25-34 years
      7%
    • 35-44 years
      11%
    • 45-54 years
      15%
    • 55-64 years
      15%
    • 65+ years
      16%
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    Income

    Median Household Income
    $139,122
    National
    $62,843
    Household Income Brackets
    • <$25k
      8%
    • $25-$44k
      8%
    • $45-$74k
      12%
    • $75-$149k
      25%
    • $150k+
      47%
    Median Individual Income
    $47,252
    National
    $31,133
    Individual Income Brackets
    • <$15k
      26%
    • $15-$34k
      17%
    • $35-$64k
      16%
    • $65k+
      41%

    Community

    Poll
    81%
    of residents say there is a good sense of community. 16 responses
    Poll
    50%
    of people say LGBT residents are somewhat accepted. 16 responses
    Poll
    What is the most helpful tip for a new resident to know before moving to your area?
    Based on 11 responses
    • There are so many great restaurants and shops!
      73%
    • Need to support the education budget!
      18%
    • Get to know your neighbors
      9%
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