Fairfax

Overview for Fairfax, CA

7,605 people live in Fairfax, where the median age is 48.5 and the average individual income is $59,011. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

7,605

Total Population

48.5 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$59,011

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Fairfax, CA

Population Households Employment

Fairfax has 3,410 households, with an average household size of 2.22. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Fairfax do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 7,605 people call Fairfax home. The population density is 3,413.21 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

7,605

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

48.5

Median Age

46.55 / 53.45%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
3,410

Total Households

2.22

Average Household Size

$59,011

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Fairfax, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby Fairfax. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Cascade Canyon School
102 Marinda Dr, Fairfax, CA, 94930
PRIVATE
K - 8th
No rating available
Manor Elementary
150 Oak Manor Dr., Fairfax, CA, 94930
PUBLIC
K - 5th
4/5
Ross Valley Charter
102 Marinda Dr., Fairfax, CA, 94930
PUBLIC
K - 5th
4/5

Around Fairfax, CA

There's plenty to do around Fairfax, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

81
Very Walkable
Walking Score
56
Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Salsa Marin Dance Academy, ROC Pilates, and Fit4Mom - Marin.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Salsa Marin Dance Academy Logo
Shopping 3.27 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
ROC Pilates Logo
Active 4.32 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Fit4Mom - Marin Logo
Active 3.68 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Erin Fleming - Yogadeva Logo
Active 2.05 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Arthur Murray Dance Studio Logo
Active 3.34 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Marin Sugaring Studio Logo
Beauty 4.06 miles 12 reviews 5/5 stars
Those of us who live in and love Fairfax understand the “only in Fairfax” reference intimately. Fairfax is special. Relaxed, welcoming, beautiful, and somewhat crunchy. It’s old Marin with a constantly contemporary vibe. Coffee shops, boutiques, excellent restaurants, trails, lakes, farmer’s market, bars, live music … I mean, this may be the coolest town in Marin, but don’t say we said that. We’ll give you a little history in a minute, but don’t miss:
 
 
Mas Masa The best sweet-potato-and-cheese (with pepitas and honey) quesadillas. OMG!!!! So good. 
 
And a forever favorite for finer dining and locally sourced ingredients is Fradelizios. The owner is the real deal and makes a point to serve the best of the best, including atmosphere.
 
For the best sushi you’ve maybe ever had, try Village Sake. People come from far and wide to have a seat at this award-winning sushi restaurant. Come for the sushi, stay for the trip that is Fairfax. 
 
Can’t forget about Sorella Caffe, a family establishment locally owned by two sisters. Sorella’s offers you a place where its customers are family. Enjoy a nice Italian meal, cooked by one of the owners herself and served by the other. Live music every weekend offers you a perfect place for all occasions.
 
We could go on and on. Be sure to visit Deer Park for magical hikes — especially the Yolanda Trail — and also get a day pass up at the lakes. Bon Tempe and Lake Lagunitas will make you feel like you are hundreds of miles away from the busyness of daily living, but it’s just right here in the hood! Visit the Mt. Tam Watershed to find out all about the hidden secrets of Marin. 
 
Now for that history we told you about:
 
Originally built around the scenic railroad along the coast in 1913, Fairfax offers the same beauty to the 7,500 residents who are nestled right beneath iconic Mount Tamalpais. Located 20 miles from San Francisco and 17 miles from Point Reyes, there are boundless hiking and biking trails where you can appreciate nature.
 
The land was previously inhabited by the Northern Sierra Miwok, who were known to frequent the grounds on the edge of the Fairfax Creek where the Pavilion currently lies. Incidentally, the town got its name from Charles Snowden Fairfax, an English lord who turned down his title of 10th Lord Fairfax of Cameron to enjoy his home here instead.
 
These days, you’ll find parts of Fairfax are a blast from the past, and it keeps a sliver of 1960s counterculture. You could take a stroll around the heart of this small town and pass Coffee Roastery, Mac’s at 19 Broadway (a speakeasy-style cocktail lounge), many small boutique shops, and parks.

Properties in the Area

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14 Spruce Ave, San Anselmo, CA 94960
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MLS® 324021765

$1,349,950

45 Geary Ave, Fairfax, CA 94930
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,578 Sq.Ft.
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MLS® 324014458

$1,195,000

123 Spruce Rd, Fairfax, CA 94930
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,545 Sq.Ft.
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MLS® 324029530

$1,445,000

121 San Gabriel Dr, Fairfax, CA 94930
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,770 Sq.Ft.
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MLS® 324026180

$995,000

156 Meernaa Ave, Fairfax, CA 94930
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,224 Sq.Ft.
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MLS® 324026840

$1,195,000

22 Manor View Dr, Fairfax, CA 94930
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,372 Sq.Ft.
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MLS® 324009516

$975,000

223 Scenic Rd, Fairfax, CA 94930
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,144 Sq.Ft.
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MLS® 324025005

$985,000

64 Mountain View Rd, Fairfax, CA 94930
2 Beds 2.5 Baths 1,318 Sq.Ft.
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