Fairfield town, Connecticut
Fairfield town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Fairfield town is a geographic entity located in Greater Bridgeport Planning Region, Connecticut. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 66,262. The land area covers 29.91 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 66,262 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 40.1 yrs | ±0.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 21,561 | ±555 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 22,537 | ±539 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 21,561 | ±555 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 976 | ±256 |
| Median Home Value | $780,500 | ±$31,984 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,185 | ±$134 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $172,432 | ±$8,394 |
| Per Capita Income | $83,351 | ±$3,918 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.7% | ±1.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,729 | ±667 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.9% | ±1.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 30,134 | ±1,009 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.7% | ±0.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 65,300 (2024)
ID: 161456
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: INTERNAL AUDITOR
725 OLD POST ROAD, FAIRFIELD CT 06824-6689
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Fairfield | KG-05 | Fairfield, CT | |
| Regular School Fairfield | KG-05 | Fairfield, CT | |
| Regular School Fairfield | 09-12 | Fairfield, CT | |
| Regular School Fairfield | 09-12 | Fairfield, CT | |
| Regular School Fairfield | 06-08 | Fairfield, CT | |
| Regular School Fairfield | PK-05 | Fairfield, CT | |
| Regular School Fairfield | KG-05 | Fairfield, CT | |
| Regular School Fairfield | KG-05 | Fairfield, CT | |
| Regular School Fairfield | KG-05 | Fairfield, CT | |
| Regular School Fairfield | KG-05 | Fairfield, CT |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Fairfield University
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College | 1.5 mi away | 1073 N Benson Rd, Fairfield, CT, 06824-5195 |
2032544000
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FAIRFIELD WOODS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 1147 FAIRFIELD WOODS ROAD, FAIRFIELD, CT, 06430 |
(203) 255-7307
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Sacred Heart University
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College | 3.5 mi away | 5151 Park Ave, Fairfield, CT, 06825-1000 |
2033717999
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FAIRFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 1080 OLD POST RD., FAIRFIELD, CT, 06824 |
(203) 256-3155
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Paier College
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College | 4.1 mi away | 84 iranistan Ave, Bridgeport, CT, 06606 |
2032873031
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PEQUOT LIBRARY ASSOCIATION
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 720 PEQUOT AVE., FAIRFIELD, CT, 06890 |
(203) 259-0346
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University of Bridgeport
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College | 4.3 mi away | 126 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT, 06604-5620 |
2035764000
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BLACK ROCK BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 2705 FAIRFIELD AVENUE, BRIDGEPORT, CT, 06605 |
(203) 576-7427
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Porter & Chester Institute
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College Vocational | 4.7 mi away | 156 Boston Avenue, Bridgeport, CT, 06610 |
8605292519
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NORTH BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 3455 MADISON AVE., BRIDGEPORT, CT, 06606 |
(203) 576-8113
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at BRIDGEPORT SIKORSKY MEM AP, CT US, located 7.5 miles from Fairfield town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.4° | 24.4° | 31.4° | 3.18" | 8.5" |
| February | 40.5° | 25.7° | 33.1° | 3.12" | 10.7" |
| March | 47.4° | 32.3° | 39.9° | 4.09" | 7.0" |
| April | 58.3° | 41.7° | 50.0° | 4.16" | 0.9" |
| May | 68.4° | 51.7° | 60.0° | 3.58" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.7° | 61.5° | 69.6° | 3.77" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.4° | 67.9° | 75.7° | 3.32" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.9° | 67.0° | 74.5° | 3.98" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.4° | 59.8° | 67.6° | 3.96" | 0.0" |
| October | 64.4° | 48.3° | 56.4° | 3.84" | 0.1" |
| November | 53.6° | 38.4° | 46.0° | 3.11" | 0.9" |
| December | 43.8° | 30.2° | 37.0° | 3.98" | 5.5" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield University CDP | CDP | 1.4 mi | — |
| Mill Plain CDP | CDP | 1.4 mi | — |
| Murray CDP | CDP | 1.7 mi | — |
| Southport CDP | CDP | 2.9 mi | — |
| Staples CDP | CDP | 3.1 mi | — |
| Plattsville CDP | CDP | 3.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0912026620. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.