Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
20%
Fairfield
Fairfield, OH Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,102
Population
47,773
Renter Mix
43% Rent
Explore various family-friendly events in this Cincinnati suburb
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Sitting along the east bank of the Great Miami River, Fairfield brings southwestern Ohio's outdoorsy spirit and strong arts scene together in a city that feels genuinely lived-in. About 20 miles north of Cincinnati, this Butler County community gives residents easy access to big-city energy without the big-city pace. Joyce Park and Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park are go-to spots for getting outside, while the Fairfield Community Arts Center keeps the calendar full with performances, gallery shows, pottery classes, and more. Every summer, the Groovin' on the Green concert series and the Village Green Farmers Market draw crowds to the green.
The rental landscape here spans spacious townhomes, garden-style apartment communities, and roomy multi-bedroom units that offer solid square footage for the price. Renters who appreciate breathing room alongside suburban conveniences will find plenty to like. The city's location off I-275 also makes commuting to Cincinnati, Hamilton, or Dayton straightforward. Incorporated in 1955, Fairfield grew from several small hamlets and carries that layered, close-knit history in its neighborhoods today.
Explore the City
Gilbert Farms Park is a popular walking spot among Fairfield residents.
Ohio Valley Antique Mall is a unique spot in Fairfield.
Village Valley Park features a playground for the children of Fairfield.
Village Green Park in Fairfield has covered benches.
Thomas O. Marsh Park in Fairfield has a fishing lake.
Kids love to swing on the monkey bars at the parks throughout the season.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$62,141
Average: $85,130
Education
11,734
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
24,882
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Fairfield has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
43%
Non-Renters
57%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
20%
Other Education
80%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Fairfield, OH is $1,073 for one bedroom, $1,344 for two bedrooms, and $1,673 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Fairfield has decreased by -3.8% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,073/month
697 Sq Ft
House
$2,520/month
1,488 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Fairfield, OH is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Fairfield South Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
637 Students
Public
Grades K-8
1,066 Students
Fairfield West Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
818 Students
Fairfield Central Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
726 Students
Fairfield Freshman High School
Public
Grades 6-12
700 Students
Public
Grades K-8
1,066 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,046 Students
Fairfield Freshman High School
Public
Grades 6-12
700 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,778 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Triple Creek Park
- Richardson Forest Preserve
- Monument Park
- Marcum Park
- L.J. Smith Park
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International
Top Apartments in Fairfield
Houses for Rent in Fairfield
Property Management Companies in Fairfield, OH
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Monarch Investment and Management Group
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Elmington Capital
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Clover Group Inc.
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.