Fairfax Public RecordsVermont

Fairfax city, Chittenden County, VT, is served by the Bellows Free Academy (BFA), offering K-12 education to about 950 students, with a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. The high school graduation rate exceeds 90%, and approximately 35% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety is rated above state average, with few incidents reported annually. BFA provides Advanced Placement (AP) courses and various extracurricular programs. Adult education opportunities exist through nearby community colleges in Chittenden County, enhancing lifelong learning prospects for residents.

Fairfax, in Chittenden County, Vermont, relies primarily on private vehicles for transportation, with about 85% of residents commuting alone by car and a vehicle ownership rate exceeding 95%. Public transit usage is low, under 1%, due to limited local service; the Green Mountain Transit system offers connections primarily to Burlington, the nearest major employment hub. Average commute times are approximately 32 minutes, with many residents traveling to Burlington or surrounding towns for work. Transportation infrastructure in Fairfax includes access to VT Route 104 and well-maintained local roads, supporting a predominantly car-dependent community.

According to the 2020 U.S. Census, Fairfax (Chittenden County, VT) has a population of approximately 5,014 residents. The median age is 36.4 years. Gender distribution is nearly even, with about 50.1% male and 49.9% female. The racial and ethnic makeup is predominantly White (96.0%), with smaller populations of Asian (0.7%), Black or African American (0.2%), and Hispanic or Latino (1.2%). The community remains largely family-oriented with a significant proportion of residents under age 18.

Fairfax, in Chittenden County, VT, boasts a homeownership rate of about 83%, higher than the state average. Median home values are approximately $370,000 (2024), with single-family homes dominating housing types and limited rental options; median rents average $1,500/month. Popular neighborhoods include Fairfax Village and the Buck Hollow area. Property values have risen nearly 10% year-over-year due to strong demand. The municipal property tax rate is around 2.35%, making taxes on the median home roughly $8,695 annually. Fairfax’s blend of rural charm and growth attracts families seeking affordable options near Burlington.

Fairfax, a town in Chittenden County, VT (note: Fairfax is actually in Franklin County, VT), lacks a local hospital; residents primarily access healthcare at Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans (10+ miles away) or University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington. Fairfax Family Practice serves as the main clinic. About 95% of residents are White, with 2.7% uninsured (2021 ACS). Common health issues mirror state trends—chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, and mental health concerns. Most providers are family practitioners and nurse practitioners. Vermont’s overall insurance coverage rate is high, with 97% of residents insured.