Fairfield County, SC
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Fairfield County Overview
20,942
TOTAL POPULATION
10,240
MALE POPULATION
10,702
FEMALE POPULATION
95.68
MALES / 100 FEMALES
104.51
FEMALES / 100 MALES
46.6
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,269
PER CAPITA INCOME
$58,954
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$44,521
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
39.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
61.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,192
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
9,947
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
56.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Fairfield County Area Codes
Race in Fairfield County
The most populous races in Fairfield County are Black / African American (11,714 | 55.9%), White / Caucasian (8,088 | 38.6%), and Two or more Races (1,013 | 4.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 77 | 0.4% |
| Black / African American | 11,714 | 55.9% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 551 | 2.6% |
| Native / Alaskan | 3 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 8,088 | 38.6% |
| Two or more Races | 1,013 | 4.8% |
| Some other Race | 47 | 0.2% |
| Total | 20,942 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Fairfield County
The most populous ancestries reported in Fairfield County are American (1,508 | 7.2%), English (1,072 | 5.1%), Irish (845 | 4.0%), German (703 | 3.4%), and Scottish (424 | 2.0%), together accounting for 21.7% of all Fairfield County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 206 | 1.0% |
| American | 1,508 | 7.2% |
| Arab | 65 | 0.3% |
| Austrian | 13 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 16 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 54 | 0.3% |
| British | 50 | 0.2% |
| Burmese | 141 | 0.7% |
| Canadian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 192 | 0.9% |
| Cherokee | 53 | 0.3% |
| Cuban | 159 | 0.8% |
| Dominican | 46 | 0.2% |
| Dutch | 45 | 0.2% |
| English | 1,072 | 5.1% |
| European | 81 | 0.4% |
| French | 316 | 1.5% |
| French Canadian | 8 | 0.0% |
| German | 703 | 3.4% |
| Greek | 7 | 0.0% |
| Guatemalan | 192 | 0.9% |
| Indian (Asian) | 210 | 1.0% |
| Irish | 845 | 4.0% |
| Italian | 106 | 0.5% |
| Korean | 43 | 0.2% |
| Lithuanian | 42 | 0.2% |
| Mexican | 9 | 0.0% |
| Moroccan | 65 | 0.3% |
| Norwegian | 15 | 0.1% |
| Osage | 4 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 60 | 0.3% |
| Puerto Rican | 11 | 0.1% |
| Romanian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Scandinavian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Scotch-Irish | 372 | 1.8% |
| Scottish | 424 | 2.0% |
| Spaniard | 28 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 206 | 1.0% |
| Swedish | 11 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 52 | 0.3% |
| Turkish | 1 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 37 | 0.2% |
| West Indian | 23 | 0.1% | View All 43 Rows |
Immigrants in Fairfield County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Fairfield County came from Latin America (143 | 0.7%), Central America (140 | 0.7%), Guatemala (113 | 0.5%), Europe (28 | 0.1%), and Mexico (27 | 0.1%), together accounting for 2.1% of all Fairfield County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 21 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 15 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 3 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 140 | 0.7% |
| Cuba | 3 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 18 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 28 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 23 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 113 | 0.5% |
| Japan | 6 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 12 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 143 | 0.7% |
| Mexico | 27 | 0.1% |
| Northern Europe | 5 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 3 | 0.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 3 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 23 | 0.1% | View All 17 Rows |
Sex and Age in Fairfield County
Sex and Age in Fairfield County
The most populous age groups in Fairfield County are 60 to 64 Years (1,135 | 11.1%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (965 | 9.0%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 581 (5.7%) | 373 (3.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 437 (4.3%) | 471 (4.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 660 (6.5%) | 653 (6.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 751 (7.3%) | 539 (5.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 576 (5.6%) | 598 (5.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 469 (4.6%) | 613 (5.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 522 (5.1%) | 575 (5.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 496 (4.8%) | 302 (2.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 715 (7.0%) | 822 (7.7%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 409 (4.0%) | 603 (5.6%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 731 (7.1%) | 727 (6.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 608 (5.9%) | 911 (8.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,135 (11.1%) | 965 (9.0%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 744 (7.3%) | 840 (7.9%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 698 (6.8%) | 699 (6.5%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 335 (3.3%) | 226 (2.1%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 74 (0.7%) | 303 (2.8%) |
| 85 Years and over | 299 (2.9%) | 482 (4.5%) |
| Total | 10,240 (100.0%) | 10,702 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Fairfield County
Median Family Size in Fairfield County
The median family size in Fairfield County is 2.94 persons per family, with single female/mother families (1,896 | 32.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.16 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (478 | 8.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.19 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,422 (59.0%) | 2.92 |
| Single Male/Father | 478 (8.3%) | 2.19 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,896 (32.7%) | 3.16 |
| Total Families | 5,796 (100.0%) | 2.94 |
Median Household Size in Fairfield County
The median household size in Fairfield County is 2.34 persons per household, with single female/mother households (1,896 | 21.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.22 persons per household. non-family households (2,999 | 34.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.06 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,422 (38.9%) | 2.92 |
| Single Male/Father | 478 (5.4%) | 2.64 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,896 (21.6%) | 3.22 |
| Non-family | 2,999 (34.1%) | 1.06 |
| Total Households | 8,795 (100.0%) | 2.34 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Fairfield County
Out of a total of 8,795 households in Fairfield County, 5,796 (65.9%) are family households, while 2,999 (34.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 3,089, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,847.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,847 (32.4%) |
| 2-Person Households | 3,089 (35.1%) | 148 (1.7%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,210 (13.8%) | 4 (0.1%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,092 (12.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 223 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 79 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 103 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,796 (65.9%) | 2,999 (34.1%) |
Female Fertility in Fairfield County
Fertility by Age in Fairfield County
Average fertility rate in Fairfield County is 63.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 113.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 77.3% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 25 (9.6%) | 46.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 201 (77.3%) | 113.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 34 (13.1%) | 19.0 |
| Total | 260 (100.0%) | 63.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Fairfield County
13.1% of women with births (260) in Fairfield County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 0 (0.0%) | 201 (100.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 34 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 34 (13.1%) | 226 (86.9%) |
Fertility by Education in Fairfield County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 64 (24.6%) | 59.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 196 (75.4%) | 129.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 260 (100.0%) | 63.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Fairfield County
86.9% of women with births in Fairfield County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 17.3% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 64 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 34 (17.3%) | 162 (82.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 34 (13.1%) | 226 (86.9%) |
Income in Fairfield County
Income Overview in Fairfield County
Per Capita Income in Fairfield County is $29,269, while median incomes of families and households are $58,954 and $44,521 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 20,942 | $29,269 |
| Median Family Income | 5,796 | $58,954 |
| Mean Family Income | 5,796 | $83,117 |
| Median Household Income | 8,795 | $44,521 |
| Mean Household Income | 8,795 | $68,680 |
| Income Deficit | 5,796 | $11,192 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 20,942 | 39.01% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 20,942 | 60.99¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 20,942 | 0.49 |
Earnings by Sex in Fairfield County
Average Earnings in Fairfield County are $35,717, $45,594 for men and $27,810 for women, a difference of 39.0%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 4,845 (48.1%) | $45,594 |
| Female | 5,227 (51.9%) | $27,810 |
| Total | 10,072 (100.0%) | $35,717 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Fairfield County
The most common earnings brackets in Fairfield County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (596 | 12.3%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (483 | 9.2%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 150 (3.1%) | 214 (4.1%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 166 (3.4%) | 273 (5.2%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 349 (7.2%) | 262 (5.0%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 193 (4.0%) | 226 (4.3%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 112 (2.3%) | 352 (6.7%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 70 (1.4%) | 161 (3.1%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 145 (3.0%) | 248 (4.7%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 81 (1.7%) | 164 (3.1%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 7 (0.1%) | 154 (2.9%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 178 (3.7%) | 193 (3.7%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 112 (2.3%) | 483 (9.2%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 231 (4.8%) | 405 (7.7%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 265 (5.5%) | 284 (5.4%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 297 (6.1%) | 330 (6.3%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 451 (9.3%) | 327 (6.3%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 289 (6.0%) | 182 (3.5%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 596 (12.3%) | 236 (4.5%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 238 (4.9%) | 192 (3.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 353 (7.3%) | 316 (6.0%) |
| $100,000+ | 562 (11.6%) | 225 (4.3%) |
| Total | 4,845 (100.0%) | 5,227 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Fairfield County
Average earnings in Fairfield County are $47,909 for men and $31,615 for women, a difference of 34.0%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $55,129, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $46,140. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $50,676, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $17,941.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $46,140 | $27,367 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $49,286 | $30,577 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $55,129 | $50,676 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $47,909 | $31,615 |
Family Income in Fairfield County
Family Income Brackets in Fairfield County
According to the Fairfield County family income data, there are 1,084 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.7% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 301 families (5.2%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 354 | 6.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 301 | 5.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 417 | 7.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 736 | 12.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 649 | 11.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 898 | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 556 | 9.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,084 | 18.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 440 | 7.6% |
| $200,000+ | 354 | 6.1% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Fairfield County
4-person families (1,027 | 17.7%) account for the highest median family income in Fairfield County with $86,313 per family, while 2-person families (3,150 | 54.3%) have the highest median income of $28,021 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 3,150 (54.3%) | $56,042 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,259 (21.7%) | $54,228 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,027 (17.7%) | $86,313 |
| 5-Person Families | 209 (3.6%) | $58,466 |
| 6-Person Families | 72 (1.2%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 79 (1.4%) | $76,164 |
| Total | 5,796 (100.0%) | $58,954 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Fairfield County
The median family income in Fairfield County is $58,954, with families comprising 3+ earners (646) having the highest median family income of $129,861, while families with no earners (1,271) have the lowest median family income of $26,699, accounting for 11.2% and 21.9% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,271 (21.9%) | $26,699 |
| 1 Earner | 1,985 (34.3%) | $36,957 |
| 2 Earners | 1,894 (32.7%) | $117,616 |
| 3+ Earners | 646 (11.2%) | $129,861 |
| Total | 5,796 (100.0%) | $58,954 |
Household Income in Fairfield County
Household Income Brackets in Fairfield County
With 1,223 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Fairfield County, accounting for 13.9% of all households. In contrast, only 387 households (4.4%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 686 | 7.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 607 | 6.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,135 | 12.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,196 | 13.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,170 | 13.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,223 | 13.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 765 | 8.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,135 | 12.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 510 | 5.8% |
| $200,000+ | 387 | 4.4% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Fairfield County
The median household income in Fairfield County is $44,521, with the highest median household income of $59,461 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,795 households (43.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $24,583, with 184 households (2.1%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 184 (2.1%) | $24,583 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,769 (20.1%) | $44,750 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 3,795 (43.1%) | $59,461 |
| 65+ Years | 3,047 (34.6%) | $34,379 |
| Total | 8,795 (100.0%) | $44,521 |
Poverty in Fairfield County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Fairfield County
With 15.7% poverty level for males and 21.6% for females among the residents of Fairfield County, under 5 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 270 males (46.5%) and 208 females (39.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 270 (46.5%) | 81 (21.7%) |
| 5 Years | 14 (13.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 179 (29.0%) | 208 (39.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 79 (21.0%) | 85 (24.4%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 36 (37.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 47 (16.3%) | 42 (16.4%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 164 (17.7%) | 201 (25.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 121 (12.3%) | 345 (29.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 81 (6.8%) | 127 (11.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 115 (10.1%) | 191 (14.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 272 (16.0%) | 417 (22.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 70 (4.9%) | 269 (17.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 173 (26.0%) | 279 (30.8%) |
| Total | 1,585 (15.7%) | 2,281 (21.6%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Fairfield County
According to the poverty statistics in Fairfield County, males aged 15 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 311 (53.5%) | 292 (78.3%) |
| 5 Years | 90 (86.5%) | 227 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 438 (71.0%) | 326 (61.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 297 (79.0%) | 263 (75.6%) |
| 15 Years | 96 (100.0%) | 60 (62.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 242 (83.7%) | 214 (83.6%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 763 (82.3%) | 584 (74.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 864 (87.7%) | 843 (71.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,119 (93.2%) | 997 (88.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,022 (89.9%) | 1,139 (85.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,429 (84.0%) | 1,431 (77.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,349 (95.1%) | 1,270 (82.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 493 (74.0%) | 628 (69.2%) |
| Total | 8,513 (84.3%) | 8,274 (78.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Fairfield County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Fairfield County show that 9.6% or 327 of the total 3,422 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 47.6%, comprising of 39 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 6.3%, which includes 161 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,379 (93.7%) | 161 (6.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 640 (84.5%) | 117 (15.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 43 (52.4%) | 39 (47.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 33 (76.7%) | 10 (23.3%) |
| Total | 3,095 (90.4%) | 327 (9.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Fairfield County
According to the poverty data in Fairfield County, 6.9% or 33 single-father households and 31.3% or 593 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 28 households (7.6%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 28 (7.6%) | 209 (26.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 5 (4.6%) | 297 (34.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 75 (29.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| Total | 33 (6.9%) | 593 (31.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Fairfield County
The poverty data for Fairfield County shows that 327 of the married-couple family households (9.6%) and 626 of the single-parent households (26.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 39 households (47.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 161 (6.3%) | 237 (20.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 117 (15.5%) | 302 (31.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 39 (47.6%) | 75 (29.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 10 (23.3%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| Total | 327 (9.6%) | 626 (26.4%) |
Employment Characteristics in Fairfield County
Employment by Class of Employer in Fairfield County
Among the 9,136 employed individuals in Fairfield County, private company employees (5,710 | 62.5%), state government employees (1,206 | 13.2%), and local government employees (672 | 7.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 5,710 | 62.5% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 348 | 3.8% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 375 | 4.1% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 490 | 5.4% |
| Local Government Employees | 672 | 7.4% |
| State Government Employees | 1,206 | 13.2% |
| Federal Government Employees | 279 | 3.0% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 56 | 0.6% |
| Total | 9,136 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Fairfield County
According to the labor force statistics for Fairfield County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (17,575), 56.6% or 9,947 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.9% or 686 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 89.0% or 963 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 21.1% or 103 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 488 (44.4%) | 103 (21.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 811 (69.1%) | 72 (8.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 963 (89.0%) | 107 (11.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 874 (79.7%) | 77 (8.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,833 (78.5%) | 227 (12.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,070 (83.8%) | 19 (0.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 981 (64.6%) | 19 (1.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,065 (50.7%) | 48 (4.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 787 (26.4%) | 17 (2.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 76 (4.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 9,947 (56.6%) | 686 (6.9%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Fairfield County
According to labor force statistics for Fairfield County, 73.4% of individuals (7,783) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (10,603) are in the labor force, with 6.4% or 498 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 86.4% or 1,381 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 23.9% or 192 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 803 (55.7%) | 345 (23.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,972 (71.5%) | 320 (7.7%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,629 (77.2%) | 85 (2.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,381 (86.4%) | 11 (0.7%) |
| Total | 7,783 (73.4%) | 679 (6.4%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Fairfield County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Fairfield County are Management (759 | 8.2%), Community & Social Service (736 | 8.0%), Business & Financial (475 | 5.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (449 | 4.9%), and Education Instruction & Library (353 | 3.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Fairfield County, the most male-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (75.3%), Legal Services & Support (72.1%), and Management (67.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (95.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (93.1%), and Education Instruction & Library (88.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 513 (67.6%) | 246 (32.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 107 (22.5%) | 368 (77.5%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 156 (46.4%) | 180 (53.6%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 86 (64.2%) | 48 (35.8%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 38 (64.4%) | 21 (35.6%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 32 (22.4%) | 111 (77.6%) |
| Community & Social Service | 247 (33.6%) | 489 (66.4%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 122 (75.3%) | 40 (24.7%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 49 (72.1%) | 19 (27.9%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 40 (11.3%) | 313 (88.7%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 36 (23.5%) | 117 (76.5%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 31 (6.9%) | 418 (93.1%) |
| Health Technologists | 15 (5.1%) | 282 (95.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,054 (38.3%) | 1,701 (61.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,446 (48.2%) | 4,786 (51.8%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Fairfield County are Cleaning & Maintenance (590 | 6.4%), Security & Protection (380 | 4.1%), Food Preparation & Serving (300 | 3.3%), Healthcare Support (236 | 2.6%), and Law Enforcement (216 | 2.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Fairfield County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (94.0%), and Law Enforcement (89.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (94.5%), Personal Care & Service (89.5%), and Food Preparation & Serving (40.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 13 (5.5%) | 223 (94.5%) |
| Security & Protection | 357 (94.0%) | 23 (6.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 164 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 193 (89.3%) | 23 (10.6%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 179 (59.7%) | 121 (40.3%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 361 (61.2%) | 229 (38.8%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 10 (10.5%) | 85 (89.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 920 (57.5%) | 681 (42.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,446 (48.2%) | 4,786 (51.8%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Fairfield County are Office & Administration (996 | 10.8%), and Sales & Related (879 | 9.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 311 (35.4%) | 568 (64.6%) |
| Office & Administration | 89 (8.9%) | 907 (91.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 400 (21.3%) | 1,475 (78.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,446 (48.2%) | 4,786 (51.8%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Fairfield County are Construction & Extraction (421 | 4.6%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (289 | 3.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (19 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 403 (95.7%) | 18 (4.3%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 254 (87.9%) | 35 (12.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 676 (92.7%) | 53 (7.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,446 (48.2%) | 4,786 (51.8%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Fairfield County are Production (1,272 | 13.8%), Transportation (514 | 5.6%), and Material Moving (486 | 5.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 694 (54.6%) | 578 (45.4%) |
| Transportation | 356 (69.3%) | 158 (30.7%) |
| Material Moving | 346 (71.2%) | 140 (28.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,396 (61.4%) | 876 (38.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,446 (48.2%) | 4,786 (51.8%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Fairfield County
Employment Industries in Fairfield County
The major employment industries in Fairfield County include Manufacturing (2,065 | 22.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,164 | 12.6%), Retail Trade (904 | 9.8%), Administrative & Support (767 | 8.3%), and Public Administration (767 | 8.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Fairfield County
The Fairfield County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (85.2%), and Utilities (82.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (85.6%), Educational Services (83.1%), and Information (72.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 23 (85.2%) | 4 (14.8%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 31 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 427 (80.1%) | 106 (19.9%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,133 (54.9%) | 932 (45.1%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 109 (56.5%) | 84 (43.5%) |
| Retail Trade | 366 (40.5%) | 538 (59.5%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 278 (68.8%) | 126 (31.2%) |
| Utilities | 182 (82.7%) | 38 (17.3%) |
| Information | 10 (27.8%) | 26 (72.2%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 91 (37.4%) | 152 (62.5%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 53 (41.7%) | 74 (58.3%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 106 (44.2%) | 134 (55.8%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 399 (52.0%) | 368 (48.0%) |
| Educational Services | 98 (16.9%) | 482 (83.1%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 168 (14.4%) | 996 (85.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 110 (76.4%) | 34 (23.6%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 219 (65.0%) | 118 (35.0%) |
| Public Administration | 470 (61.3%) | 297 (38.7%) |
| Total | 4,446 (48.2%) | 4,786 (51.8%) |
Education in Fairfield County
School Enrollment in Fairfield County
The most common levels of schooling among the 4,007 students in Fairfield County are middle school (1,051 | 26.2%), high school (1,029 | 25.7%), and elementary school (629 | 15.7%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 304 | 7.6% |
| Kindergarten | 410 | 10.2% |
| Elementary School | 629 | 15.7% |
| Middle School | 1,051 | 26.2% |
| High School | 1,029 | 25.7% |
| College / Undergraduate | 518 | 12.9% |
| Graduate / Professional | 66 | 1.7% |
| Total | 4,007 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Fairfield County
Out of a total of 4,007 students who are enrolled in schools in Fairfield County, 825 (20.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,182 (79.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 169 (54.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 171 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 266 (78.2%) | 74 (21.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 586 (72.6%) | 221 (27.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,124 (85.6%) | 189 (14.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 605 (82.2%) | 131 (17.8%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 171 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 143 (45.8%) | 169 (54.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 104 (79.4%) | 27 (20.6%) |
| 35 Years and over | 182 (92.4%) | 15 (7.6%) |
| Total | 3,182 (79.4%) | 825 (20.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Fairfield County
Business (672 | 28.4%), education (290 | 12.3%), science & technology (211 | 8.9%), liberal arts & history (200 | 8.5%), and social sciences (188 | 8.0%) are the most common fields of study among 2,363 individuals in Fairfield County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 59 | 2.5% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 115 | 4.9% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 57 | 2.4% |
| Psychology | 136 | 5.8% |
| Social Sciences | 188 | 8.0% |
| Engineering | 79 | 3.3% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 37 | 1.6% |
| Science & Technology | 211 | 8.9% |
| Business | 672 | 28.4% |
| Education | 290 | 12.3% |
| Literature & Languages | 70 | 3.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 200 | 8.5% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 27 | 1.1% |
| Communications | 49 | 2.1% |
| Arts & Humanities | 173 | 7.3% |
| Total | 2,363 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Fairfield County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Fairfield County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Fairfield County are males with 3 vehicles (1,288, accounting for 29.5%) and females with 3 vehicles (920, making up 27.2%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 102 (2.3%) | 149 (3.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 583 (13.4%) | 1,104 (23.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,094 (25.1%) | 1,350 (28.5%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,288 (29.5%) | 920 (19.4%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 906 (20.8%) | 747 (15.8%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 388 (8.9%) | 470 (9.9%) |
| Total | 4,361 (100.0%) | 4,740 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Fairfield County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Fairfield County are 30 to 34 minutes (2,581 commuters, 29.2%), 45 to 59 minutes (1,419 commuters, 16.1%), and 15 to 19 minutes (860 commuters, 9.7%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 167 | 1.9% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 563 | 6.4% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 846 | 9.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 860 | 9.7% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 475 | 5.4% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 749 | 8.5% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 2,581 | 29.2% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 253 | 2.9% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 315 | 3.6% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,419 | 16.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 382 | 4.3% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 227 | 2.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Fairfield County
The most common commute times in Fairfield County are 30 to 34 minutes (1,410 commuters, 32.7%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (1,171 commuters, 25.9%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 91 (2.1%) | 76 (1.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 230 (5.3%) | 333 (7.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 248 (5.8%) | 598 (13.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 513 (11.9%) | 347 (7.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 317 (7.4%) | 158 (3.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 407 (9.5%) | 342 (7.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,410 (32.7%) | 1,171 (25.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 102 (2.4%) | 151 (3.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 91 (2.1%) | 224 (5.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 508 (11.8%) | 911 (20.1%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 219 (5.1%) | 163 (3.6%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 172 (4.0%) | 55 (1.2%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Fairfield County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Fairfield County are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (965, 22.4%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,061, 23.4%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 214 (5.0%) | 97 (2.1%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 401 (9.3%) | 135 (3.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 340 (7.9%) | 110 (2.4%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 598 (13.9%) | 379 (8.4%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 965 (22.4%) | 463 (10.2%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 634 (14.7%) | 1,061 (23.4%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 357 (8.3%) | 903 (19.9%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 173 (4.0%) | 368 (8.1%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 107 (2.5%) | 267 (5.9%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 62 (1.4%) | 232 (5.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 87 (1.9%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 25 (0.6%) | 20 (0.4%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 243 (5.6%) | 249 (5.5%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 189 (4.4%) | 158 (3.5%) |
| Total | 4,308 (100.0%) | 4,529 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Fairfield County
Occupancy by Ownership in Fairfield County
Of the total 8,795 dwellings in Fairfield County, owner-occupied units account for 6,609 (75.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,186 (24.9%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 6,609 | 75.1% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,186 | 24.9% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 8,795 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Fairfield County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,847 | 32.4% |
| 2-Person Household | 3,237 | 36.8% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,214 | 13.8% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,497 | 17.0% |
| Total Housing Units | 8,795 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Fairfield County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,871 (65.7%) | 976 (34.3%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,726 (84.2%) | 511 (15.8%) |
| 3-Person Household | 809 (66.6%) | 405 (33.4%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,203 (80.4%) | 294 (19.6%) |
| Total Housing Units | 6,609 (75.1%) | 2,186 (24.9%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Fairfield County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 825 (76.1%) | 259 (23.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,380 (65.9%) | 1,229 (34.1%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,185 (78.2%) | 609 (21.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,219 (93.2%) | 89 (6.8%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Fairfield County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 986 | 11.2% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 967 | 11.0% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,536 | 17.5% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,259 | 25.7% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,960 | 22.3% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 524 | 6.0% |
| 85 Years and Over | 563 | 6.4% |
| Total | 8,795 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Fairfield County
Median Income by Occupancy in Fairfield County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 6,609 (75.1%) | $55,938 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,186 (24.9%) | $22,348 |
| Average | 8,795 (100.0%) | $44,521 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Fairfield County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 317 (4.8%) | 165 (7.5%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 60 (0.9%) | 141 (6.5%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 283 (4.3%) | 321 (14.7%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 334 (5.1%) | 358 (16.4%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 246 (3.7%) | 197 (9.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 719 (10.9%) | 475 (21.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,032 (15.6%) | 137 (6.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 953 (14.4%) | 269 (12.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 756 (11.4%) | 6 (0.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,079 (16.3%) | 56 (2.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 830 (12.6%) | 61 (2.8%) |
| Total | 6,609 (100.0%) | 2,186 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Fairfield County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 1,583 (23.9%) | 103 (4.7%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,267 (19.2%) | 149 (6.8%) |
| $500 to $799 | 970 (14.7%) | 559 (25.6%) |
| $800 to $999 | 515 (7.8%) | 595 (27.2%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,382 (20.9%) | 291 (13.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 355 (5.4%) | 79 (3.6%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 190 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 170 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 177 (2.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,609 (100.0%) | 2,186 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Fairfield County
Housing Structures in Fairfield County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,228 | 70.8% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 52 | 0.6% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 158 | 1.8% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 153 | 1.7% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 105 | 1.2% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 176 | 2.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,923 | 21.9% |
| Total | 8,795 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Fairfield County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,058 (81.2%) | 1,170 (18.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 16 (30.8%) | 36 (69.2%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 158 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 4 (2.6%) | 149 (97.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 105 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 176 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,531 (79.6%) | 392 (20.4%) |
| Total | 6,609 (75.1%) | 2,186 (24.9%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Fairfield County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 37 (0.6%) | 190 (8.7%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 84 (1.3%) | 35 (1.6%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,721 (26.0%) | 1,297 (59.3%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,738 (41.4%) | 371 (17.0%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 2,029 (30.7%) | 293 (13.4%) |
| Total | 6,609 (100.0%) | 2,186 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Fairfield County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,045 (15.8%) | 239 (10.9%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 795 (12.0%) | 70 (3.2%) |
| Electricity | 4,392 (66.4%) | 1,602 (73.3%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 209 (3.2%) | 6 (0.3%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 140 (2.1%) | 262 (12.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 28 (0.4%) | 7 (0.3%) |
| Total | 6,609 (100.0%) | 2,186 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Fairfield County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 246 (3.7%) | 332 (15.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,721 (26.0%) | 1,106 (50.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,196 (33.2%) | 590 (27.0%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,446 (37.0%) | 158 (7.2%) |
| Total | 6,609 (100.0%) | 2,186 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Fairfield County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Fairfield County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 3,860 | 2,749 |
| Median Property Value | $106,800 | $171,900 |
| Median Household Income | $43,644 | $562 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $346 | $177 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $520 | $170 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Fairfield County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 915 (23.7%) | 142 (5.2%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 809 (21.0%) | 512 (18.6%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,779 (46.1%) | 1,305 (47.5%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 251 (6.5%) | 578 (21.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 90 (2.3%) | 114 (4.2%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 12 (0.3%) | 59 (2.1%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 4 (0.1%) | 39 (1.4%) |
| Total | 3,860 (100.0%) | 2,749 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Fairfield County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 214 (5.5%) | 67 (2.4%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 808 (20.9%) | 163 (5.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 512 (13.3%) | 55 (2.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 664 (17.2%) | 207 (7.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 532 (13.8%) | 368 (13.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 406 (10.5%) | 421 (15.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 456 (11.8%) | 350 (12.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 268 (6.9%) | 623 (22.7%) |
| Total | 3,860 (100.0%) | 2,749 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Fairfield County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,886 (48.9%) | 89,154 (3,243.1%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 480 (12.4%) | 1,329 (48.3%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 410 (10.6%) | 649 (23.6%) |
| 4.0x or more | 998 (25.9%) | 222 (8.1%) |
| Total | 3,860 (100.0%) | 2,749 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Fairfield County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 2,239 (58.0%) | 30 (1.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 428 (11.1%) | 1,084 (39.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 340 (8.8%) | 720 (26.2%) |
| Total | 3,860 (100.0%) | 2,749 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Fairfield County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fairfield County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,255 (97.7%) | 30 (2.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,853 (96.7%) | 98 (3.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,404 (85.6%) | 237 (14.4%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,471 (77.7%) | 423 (22.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,005 (86.3%) | 319 (13.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,294 (93.0%) | 173 (7.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,282 (92.5%) | 267 (7.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,958 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,573 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 19,095 (92.5%) | 1,547 (7.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Fairfield County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,255 (97.7%) | 30 (2.3%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,853 (96.7%) | 98 (3.3%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,404 (85.6%) | 237 (14.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Fairfield County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 3,982 (88.5%) | 519 (11.5%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 4,497 (93.8%) | 295 (6.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,510 (90.5%) | 262 (9.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,016 (92.7%) | 159 (7.3%) |
| $100,000 and over | 6,019 (95.7%) | 272 (4.3%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fairfield County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 710 (55.2%) | 615 (47.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,731 (58.7%) | 1,327 (45.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 370 (22.6%) | 1,132 (69.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 300 (15.8%) | 1,189 (62.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 410 (17.6%) | 1,688 (72.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 464 (18.8%) | 2,018 (81.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,048 (29.5%) | 2,568 (72.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,780 (94.0%) | 1,526 (51.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,573 (100.0%) | 741 (47.1%) |
| Total | 9,386 (45.5%) | 12,804 (62.0%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Fairfield County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 139 (9.4%) | 85 (5.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 206 (10.8%) | 243 (12.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 557 (13.8%) | 751 (17.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 273 (19.2%) | 445 (28.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 355 (53.3%) | 670 (73.9%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Fairfield County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 87 (4.5%) | 4 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 98 (2.4%) | 91 (2.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 105 (7.4%) | 94 (6.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 127 (19.1%) | 35 (3.9%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 36 (2.4%) | 58 (3.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 54 (2.8%) | 66 (3.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 73 (1.8%) | 190 (4.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 73 (4.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 70 (10.5%) | 72 (7.9%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 103 (7.0%) | 8 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 169 (8.8%) | 177 (9.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 305 (7.5%) | 170 (4.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 33 (2.3%) | 3 (0.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 122 (18.3%) | 295 (32.5%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (1.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 68 (3.6%) | 37 (1.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 240 (5.9%) | 418 (9.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 182 (12.8%) | 295 (19.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 221 (33.2%) | 560 (61.7%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 118 (6.2%) | 48 (2.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 69 (1.7%) | 270 (6.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 20 (1.4%) | 42 (2.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 117 (17.6%) | 232 (25.6%) |
Technology Access in Fairfield County
Computing Device Access in Fairfield County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 5,892 | 67.0% |
| Smartphone | 7,240 | 82.3% |
| Tablet | 4,948 | 56.3% |
| No Computing Device | 952 | 10.8% |
| Total | 8,795 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Fairfield County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 7 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 4,455 | 50.6% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,577 | 17.9% |
| Satellite Internet | 959 | 10.9% |
| No Internet | 2,032 | 23.1% |
| Total | 8,795 | 100.0% |
Fairfield County Summary
Fairfield County is located in the Midlands region of South Carolina, and is bordered by Richland, Lexington, Newberry, and Kershaw counties. The county seat is Winnsboro, and the county is home to a population of just over 23,000 people.
History
Fairfield County was established in 1785, and was named after the English county of the same name. The county was originally part of the Camden District, and was later divided into two districts, the Winnsboro District and the Richland District. The county was home to several prominent families, including the Rutledges, the Watsons, and the Boyds.
The county was home to several battles during the Revolutionary War, including the Battle of Fairfield, which was fought in 1780. The county was also home to several skirmishes during the Civil War, including the Battle of Fairfield, which was fought in 1865.
Geography
Fairfield County is located in the Midlands region of South Carolina, and is bordered by Richland, Lexington, Newberry, and Kershaw counties. The county is located in the Piedmont region of the state, and is characterized by rolling hills and flat plains. The county is home to several rivers, including the Broad, Saluda, and Wateree rivers.
The county is home to several state parks, including the Fairfield County State Park, which is located in the northern part of the county. The park is home to several hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots.
Economy
Fairfield County is home to a diverse economy, with the largest industries being manufacturing, agriculture, and tourism. The county is home to several large manufacturing companies, including the Fairfield Manufacturing Company, which produces textiles, and the Fairfield Steel Company, which produces steel products.
Agriculture is also an important part of the county’s economy, with the county being home to several large farms, including the Fairfield Farms, which produces cotton, corn, and soybeans. The county is also home to several wineries, including the Fairfield Winery, which produces a variety of wines.
Tourism is also an important part of the county’s economy, with the county being home to several popular attractions, including the Fairfield County Museum, which is located in Winnsboro, and the Fairfield County Historical Society, which is located in Ridgeway.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Fairfield County had a population of 23,156 people. The population was spread out, with 48.3% of the population being white, 45.2% being African American, 2.2% being Hispanic or Latino, and 4.3% being of other races. The median household income was $37,845, and the median family income was $45,945. The per capita income was $19,945.
Conclusion
Fairfield County is a diverse county located in the Midlands region of South Carolina. The county is home to a population of just over 23,000 people, and is home to a diverse economy, with the largest industries being manufacturing, agriculture, and tourism. The county is also home to several popular attractions, including the Fairfield County Museum and the Fairfield County Historical Society.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Fairfield County?
Total Population of Fairfield County is 20,942.
What is the Total Male Population of Fairfield County?
Total Male Population of Fairfield County is 10,240.
What is the Total Female Population of Fairfield County?
Total Female Population of Fairfield County is 10,702.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Fairfield County?
There are 95.68 Males per 100 Females in Fairfield County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Fairfield County?
There are 104.51 Females per 100 Males in Fairfield County.
What is the Median Population Age in Fairfield County?
Median Population Age in Fairfield County is 46.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Fairfield County
Average Family Size in Fairfield County is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Fairfield County
Average Household Size in Fairfield County is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Fairfield County?
Per Capita income in Fairfield County is $29,269.
What is the Median Family Income in Fairfield County?
Median Family Income in Fairfield County is $58,954.
What is the Median Household income in Fairfield County?
Median Household Income in Fairfield County is $44,521.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Fairfield County?
Income or Wage Gap in Fairfield County is 39.0%.
Women in Fairfield County earn 61.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Fairfield County?
Family Income Deficit in Fairfield County is $11,192.
Families that are below poverty line in Fairfield County earn $11,192 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Fairfield County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Fairfield County is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in Fairfield County?
There are 9,947 People in the Labor Forcein in Fairfield County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Fairfield County?
56.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Fairfield County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Fairfield County?
Unemployment Rate in Fairfield County is 6.9%.