Fairfield, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Fairfield, California is 119,985 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 53rd-largest city in California. The median household income is $102,321, the median home value is $592,500, and the median age is 36.8.
The population has grown 16.1% since 2010 (105,598 → 122,646).
119,985
Population
2885
People / sq mi
$102,321
Median Income
$592,500
Median Home Value
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Fairfield covers 41.6 sq mi of land at 2885 people per square mile.
About Fairfield, CA
In Fairfield, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $592,500. With 119,985 residents, Fairfield is a city in California.
Households take in a median $102,321, comfortably above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 7.8%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $592,500, with typical rent around $2,191.
26.7% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 10.5%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Fairfield — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Fairfield city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Fairfield city had a population of 105,598 in 2010 and 122,646 in 2024, a 16.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 122,646 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.08%.
122,646
Population (2024)
105,598
Population (2010)
122,646
Peak (2024)
1.08%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 105,598 |
| 2011 | 106,245 |
| 2012 | 107,497 |
| 2013 | 109,137 |
| 2014 | 110,727 |
| 2015 | 112,365 |
| 2016 | 114,456 |
| 2017 | 115,817 |
| 2018 | 116,678 |
| 2019 | 117,133 |
| 2020 | 119,890 |
| 2021 | 119,995 |
| 2022 | 120,205 |
| 2023 | 121,125 |
| 2024 | 122,646 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 36.0% |
| Black or African American | 15.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$102,321
Median Household Income
$41,878
Per Capita Income
7.8%
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$592,500
Median Home Value
$2,191
Median Rent
60.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
87.1%
High School+
26.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.6%
Drive Alone
72.9%
Public Transit
10.5%
Work From Home
31.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
17.4%
Foreign Born
65.0%
Non-English at Home
7.9%
Veterans
12.8%
With Disability
94.1%
Health Insurance
96.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.5% |
| Manufacturing | 8.5% |
| Construction | 8.1% |
| Public Administration | 7.4% |
| Retail Trade | 7.0% |
| Information | 4.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Fairfield, California has a population of 119,985 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 53rd-largest city in California.
The median household income in Fairfield, California is $102,321, with 7.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Fairfield, California is $592,500, with median monthly rent at $2,191 and a homeownership rate of 60.2%.
The median age in Fairfield, California is 36.8 years. The population is 49.5% male and 50.5% female.
The population has grown 16.1% since 2010 (105,598 → 122,646).
Fairfield city, CA Climate
Fairfield city, CA has an average annual temperature of 15.8°C (60°F) and receives about 621 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
15.8°C
Avg Temp
621
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 8° / 47° | 140 mm |
| February | 11° / 51° | 117 mm |
| March | 12° / 54° | 90 mm |
| April | 15° / 58° | 31 mm |
| May | 18° / 64° | 14 mm |
| June | 21° / 70° | 3 mm |
| July | 23° / 73° | 1 mm |
| August | 23° / 73° | 2 mm |
| September | 21° / 71° | 8 mm |
| October | 18° / 64° | 32 mm |
| November | 12° / 54° | 87 mm |
| December | 8° / 47° | 96 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Fairfield city, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Fairfield city, CA are typically June, September and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 32°C high). The coldest is December (near 3°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.