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Fairfield, CA

Fairfield is a city in and the county seat of Solano County, California, United States, in the North Bay sub-region of the San Francisco Bay Area. The city has a diversified economy, with government, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, professional and commercial construction sectors. Fairfield was founded in 1856 by clipper ship captain Robert H. Waterman, and named after his former hometown of Fairfield, Connecticut. It is the location of Travis Air Force Base and the headquarters of Jelly Belly. The population was 119,881 at the 2020 census.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 37.6 square miles (97 km2), of which, 34.4 square miles (89 km2) of it is land and 3.2 square miles (8.3 km2) of it is water. The total area is 5.65% water.

Located within the California Coastal Ranges, the city is centered directly north of the Suisun Bay and northeast of the San Pablo Bay. Much of the Suisun Bay contains the Suisun Marsh, the largest saltwater marsh on the west coast of the United States.

Native Americans inhabited the area. A clipper ship captain from Fairfield, Connecticut, named Robert H. Waterman, parceled out the town in 1856. He entered Fairfield in the race for Solano County seat in 1858, and won it from Benicia. As an inducement, he granted 16 acres (6.5 ha) of land for the construction of county buildings. In 1903, Fairfield was incorporated as a city.

In August 2020, parts of Fairfield were evacuated due to the LNU Lighting Complex Fires, which resulted in the burning of over 315,000 acres (127,476 ha) in five counties, including in nearby Vacaville. NorthBay Medical Center is a 154-bed hospital with a level II Trauma Center.

According to the 2020 United States Census, Fairfield had a population of 119,881. The population density was 2,882.4 inhabitants per square mile (1,112.9/km2). During the period between 2017 and 2021, on average, 3.16 people lived in a household. The racial makeup of Fairfield is 42.2% White, 15.9% Black or African American, 0.6% Native American, 17.7% Asian, 1.2% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, and 12.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 29.3%. Non-Hispanic White was 29.0%. Approximately one-quarter of Fairfield's population is under the age of 18 (25.3%). People who were 65 years or older constituted 13.0% of the population.

Health and wellness are paramount in Fairfield, with the city offering various amenities and services to support the well-being of its residents. The Boomerang Healthcare stands as a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Fairfield Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Planet Fitness, Jayfitelite Personal Training and Anytime Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Fairfield, such as the Green Valley Trail and Rockville Loop. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top things to do in Fairfield, CA are Western Railway Museum, Travis Air Force Base Aviation Museum, Solano Town Center, and American Armory Museum.
 

ZIP code: 94533–94535. Population: 119,338 (2022). Area code: 707. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Area: 41.39 sq mi (107.21 km2).

FAQs

Is Fairfield, California a good place to live?

Living in Fairfield offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Fairfield there are a lot of parks. Many families and young professionals live in Fairfield and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Fairfield are above average.

Is Fairfield, CA expensive to live in?

Fairfield is 26% more expensive than the national average and 7% less expensive to live in than the average city in California. This assumes a $72,000 annual salary and a 2 Bedroom Apt. Food costs in Fairfield are less affordable than average in the United States. Transportations costs in Fairfield are less affordable than average in the United States. Housing costs in Fairfield are less affordable than average in the United States. Health care costs in Fairfield are less affordable than the US average.

What is the ethnicity of Fairfield, CA?

Fairfield, CA is home to a population of 119k people, from which 89.8% are citizens. As of 2022, 22.2% of Fairfield, CA residents were born outside of the country (26.5k people). In 2022, there were 1.59 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (34k people) in Fairfield, CA than any other race or ethnicity. There were 21.3k Asian (Non-Hispanic) and 18.1k Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Fairfield

Boomerang Healthcare

Fairfield Parks and Recreation Department 

Planet Fitness

Jayfitelite Personal Training 

Anytime Fitness

Green Valley Trail 

Rockville Loop

Western Railway Museum

Travis Air Force Base Aviation Museum

Solano Town Center

American Armory Museum

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