What are the schools like in Fairwood, MD?

Fairwood is served primarily by Prince George's County Public Schools. The district operates 139 elementary schools, 25 middle schools, and 25 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.1:1.

What is the median household income in Fairwood?

The median household income in Fairwood, MD is $191,304 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.0%.

What is the weather like in Fairwood, MD?

Fairwood has an average high temperature of 43.9°F in January and 88.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 15.9 inches.

Fairwood, MD Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Fairwood, MD affordable or expensive?

Fairwood's cost of living index is 109, where 100 represents the national average. This means Fairwood is 9% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $668,200 and the median rent is $3,469 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Fairwood, MD?

Crime rate data for Fairwood is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Fairwood, MD a Good Place to Live?

Fairwood is a small town of 7,653 in Maryland, with a median household income of $191,304 and a 2.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 109 (US average = 100), which is 9% above the national average.

Strengths: Fairwood stands out for solid school ratings (A-), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include high home prices, longer commutes. Whether Fairwood is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Fairwood city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 108.6

Fairwood's overall cost of living index is 108.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Fairwood costs roughly 9% more than the average American city.

Metric	Fairwood, MD	National Avg
Median Home Value	$668,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$3,469	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	93.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$191,304	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Fairwood is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Fairwood is served primarily by Prince George's County Public Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Fairwood, MD	National Avg
School District	Prince George's County Public Schools	—
Elementary Schools	139	—
Middle Schools	25	—
High Schools	25	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	72.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	97.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Fairwood sees average highs of 43.9°F in January and 88.5°F in July, with 45.0 inches of annual precipitation and 15.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Fairwood, MD
Average High — January	43.9°F
Average High — July	88.5°F
Annual Precipitation	45.0"
Annual Snowfall	15.9"

Demographics

Metric	Fairwood, MD	National Avg
Population	7,653	—
Median Age	39.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	40.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	4.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	80.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	4.1%	18.9%
Asian	8.7%	6.3%
Under 18	29.8%	22.2%
65 and over	8.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Fairwood

Fairwood, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code:

20720

Fairwood vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fairwood, MD affordable or expensive?

Fairwood's cost of living index is 109, where 100 is the national average. That puts Fairwood roughly 9% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $668,200 and median rent is $3,469/month.

What is the crime rate in Fairwood, MD?

Crime data for Fairwood is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Fairwood?

Public schools in Fairwood are operated by Prince George's County Public Schools. The district has 139 elementary, 25 middle, and 25 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.1:1. 72.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Fairwood, MD a good place to live?

Fairwood, MD has a population of 7,653, a median household income of $191,304, and an unemployment rate of 2.0%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Fairwood?

Fairwood averages 43.9°F in January and 88.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 45.0 inches with about 15.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Fairwood?

Fairwood, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code: 20720.

What is the population of Fairwood?

The population of Fairwood, Maryland is 7,653 with a median age of 39.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Fairwood?

Key numbers for living in Fairwood: cost of living index 109 (100 = US average), median home $668,200, median household income $191,304, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Fairwood side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.