What are the schools like in Fairfield, NE?

Fairfield is served primarily by SANDY CREEK SCHOOLS. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.2:1.

What is the median household income in Fairfield?

The median household income in Fairfield, NE is $69,375 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.4%.

What is the weather like in Fairfield, NE?

Fairfield has an average high temperature of 35.4°F in January and 87.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 23.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Fairfield, NE affordable or expensive?

Fairfield's cost of living index is 87, where 100 represents the national average. This means Fairfield is 13% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $92,000 and the median rent is $716 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Fairfield, NE?

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

Is Fairfield, NE a Good Place to Live?

Fairfield is a small town of 375 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $69,375 and a 1.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 87 (US average = 100), which is 13% below the national average.

Strengths: Fairfield 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 Fairfield is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Fairfield 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: 87.1

Fairfield's overall cost of living index is 87.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Fairfield costs roughly 13% less than the average American city.

Metric	Fairfield, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$92,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$716	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	78.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$69,375	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Fairfield is served primarily by SANDY CREEK SCHOOLS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Fairfield, NE	National Avg
School District	SANDY CREEK SCHOOLS	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	14.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Fairfield sees average highs of 35.4°F in January and 87.2°F in July, with 29.1 inches of annual precipitation and 23.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Fairfield, NE
Average High — January	35.4°F
Average High — July	87.2°F
Annual Precipitation	29.1"
Annual Snowfall	23.2"

Demographics

Metric	Fairfield, NE	National Avg
Population	375	—
Median Age	46.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	20.5%	22.2%
65 and over	24.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Deweese, NE 6 mi Clay Center, NE 7 mi Edgar, NE 8 mi Glenvil, NE 9 mi Lawrence, NE 13 mi

ZIP Codes in Fairfield

Fairfield, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

68938

Fairfield vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fairfield, NE affordable or expensive?

Fairfield's cost of living index is 87, where 100 is the national average. That makes Fairfield roughly 13% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $92,000 and median rent is $716/month.

What is the crime rate in Fairfield, NE?

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

What are the schools like in Fairfield?

Public schools in Fairfield are operated by SANDY CREEK SCHOOLS. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.2:1. 14.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Fairfield, NE a good place to live?

Fairfield, NE has a population of 375, a median household income of $69,375, and an unemployment rate of 1.4%. 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 Fairfield?

Fairfield averages 35.4°F in January and 87.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 29.1 inches with about 23.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Fairfield?

Fairfield, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 68938.

What is the population of Fairfield?

The population of Fairfield, Nebraska is 375 with a median age of 46.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Fairfield?

Key numbers for living in Fairfield: cost of living index 87 (100 = US average), median home $92,000, median household income $69,375, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Fairfield side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.