Fairfield, Washington Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fairfield, Washington had a total population of 621, the 446th largest town in Washington, with a median household income of $81,923, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Fairfield Quick Facts
How Fairfield Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 607 | 621 | +2.3% |
| Median household income | $75,000 | $81,923 | +9.2% |
| Median home value | $233,500 | $249,100 | +6.7% |
How Fairfield Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 56 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Fairfield Rankings in Washington
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Other Cities in Spokane County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spokane | 230,293 | $70,064 | 13.8% | $363,500 |
| Spokane Valley | 106,365 | $74,042 | 12.9% | $382,300 |
| Cheney | 12,804 | $54,503 | 31.3% | $395,900 |
| Liberty Lake | 12,737 | $118,723 | 5.0% | $577,500 |
| Airway Heights | 11,245 | $62,874 | 19.5% | $348,500 |
| Fairwood (Spokane County) | 10,674 | $91,988 | 7.8% | $469,100 |
| Mead | 6,893 | $77,045 | 7.4% | $408,200 |
| Country Homes | 6,198 | $84,653 | 14.2% | $429,400 |
| Otis Orchards-East Farms | 5,454 | $97,500 | 5.6% | $430,500 |
| Medical Lake | 4,950 | $79,989 | 8.1% | $368,700 |
Cities Similar to Fairfield
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kendall | 657 | N/A | $338,900 | 19.6% | 23.0% |
| Nisqually Indian Community | 628 | $73,750 | $310,000 | 10.9% | 17.5% |
| Dollars Corner | 638 | $90,655 | $587,500 | 32.9% | 20.2% |
| Port Gamble Tribal Community | 624 | $70,000 | $218,200 | 13.2% | 20.0% |
| Cathlamet | 616 | $70,250 | $387,500 | 26.6% | 12.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 621, Fairfield's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Fairfield is a small community located in Washington, within Spokane County. The total population is 621. It ranks as the 446th most populous out of 628 Census-designated places in Washington.
Age Demographics
The median age in Fairfield is 40.7 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 38.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Fairfield is $81,923. This is 17% lower than the state median of $98,141. It is also 1% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.3%. This is 6% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. This is 46% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $249,100. Housing costs are 56% lower than the state median of $564,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 85.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 35% higher than the state average of 63.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Fairfield is White (non-Hispanic), making up 80.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.2%) is well below the state average of 14.4%.
Education
23.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 41% lower than the state rate of 39.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Fairfield, Washington is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Washington state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 628 Census-designated places in Washington. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Fairfield, Washington?
Fairfield, Washington has a population of 621 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Fairfield, WA?
The median household income in Fairfield is $81,923, which is 1% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Fairfield, WA?
The poverty rate in Fairfield is 9.3%. This means approximately 55 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Fairfield, Washington?
Fairfield's population is 80.7% White, 2.1% Black, 3.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Fairfield, WA?
The median home value in Fairfield is $249,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.
How educated is Fairfield, Washington?
23.4% of adults (25+) in Fairfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.