What are the schools like in Fairfax, MO?

Fairfax is served primarily by FAIRFAX R-III. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 6.7:1.

What is the median household income in Fairfax?

The median household income in Fairfax, MO is $49,583 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.5%.

What is the weather like in Fairfax, MO?

Fairfax has an average high temperature of 33.4°F in January and 84.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 30.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Fairfax, MO affordable or expensive?

Fairfax's cost of living index is 85, where 100 represents the national average. This means Fairfax is 15% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $77,100 and the median rent is $545 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Fairfax, MO?

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

Is Fairfax, MO a Good Place to Live?

Fairfax is a small town of 646 in Missouri, with a median household income of $49,583 and a 3.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 85 (US average = 100), which is 15% below the national average.

Strengths: Fairfax stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Fairfax is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Fairfax 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: 85.3

Fairfax's overall cost of living index is 85.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Fairfax costs roughly 15% less than the average American city.

Metric	Fairfax, MO	National Avg
Median Home Value	$77,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$545	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	68.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$49,583	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Fairfax is served primarily by FAIRFAX R-III. The student-to-teacher ratio is 6.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Fairfax, MO	National Avg
School District	FAIRFAX R-III	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	6.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	11.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Fairfax sees average highs of 33.4°F in January and 84.9°F in July, with 34.7 inches of annual precipitation and 30.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Fairfax, MO
Average High — January	33.4°F
Average High — July	84.9°F
Annual Precipitation	34.7"
Annual Snowfall	30.4"

Demographics

Metric	Fairfax, MO	National Avg
Population	646	—
Median Age	53.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	23.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	89.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	5.6%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	14.7%	22.2%
65 and over	31.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Fairfax

Fairfax, MO is covered by 1 ZIP code:

64446

Fairfax vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fairfax, MO affordable or expensive?

Fairfax's cost of living index is 85, where 100 is the national average. That makes Fairfax roughly 15% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $77,100 and median rent is $545/month.

What is the crime rate in Fairfax, MO?

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

What are the schools like in Fairfax?

Public schools in Fairfax are operated by FAIRFAX R-III. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 6.7:1. 11.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Fairfax, MO a good place to live?

Fairfax, MO has a population of 646, a median household income of $49,583, and an unemployment rate of 3.5%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. 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 Fairfax?

Fairfax averages 33.4°F in January and 84.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 34.7 inches with about 30.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Fairfax?

Fairfax, MO is covered by 1 ZIP code: 64446.

What is the population of Fairfax?

The population of Fairfax, Missouri is 646 with a median age of 53.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Fairfax?

Key numbers for living in Fairfax: cost of living index 85 (100 = US average), median home $77,100, median household income $49,583, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Fairfax side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.