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Fairfield is a city in, and the county seat of, Jefferson County, Iowa. [1] It has a population of 9,416 people, according to the 2020 census. [5] The median family income is $46,138, with 10% of families below the poverty line. It became the county seat in 1839 with 110 residents and grew to 650 by 1847.
Jefferson County is a county located in the U.S. state of Iowa. As of the 2020 United States Census, the population was 15,663. [2] The county seat is Fairfield. [3] The county was formed in January 1839, and was named for U.S. President Thomas Jefferson. [4] [5] Jefferson County comprises the Fairfield, IA Micropolitan Statistical Area.
Sometimes the history of our parents and grandparents is hidden from us, but if we were to dig a little deeper, we’d ask better questions, we’d find out how wonderful our stories are. You can visit the museum at the corner of South Court St. and East Washington St. in lovely Fairfield, IA.
As the years went on, Fairfield became a hub of good vibes for the State of Iowa — we hosted the first two Iowa State Fairs in 1854-55, opening with the presentation of a 360-pound “Great Denmark Cheese.”. Our early history is on display to this day through the many historic sites around town.
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Named by Smithsonian Magazine as one of America’s best small towns, Fairfield is truly one of a kind. We’re big on culture and thrive on creativity. Even though we’re small, Fairfield lives like a big city. We have earned distinctions such as one of Iowa’s “Great Places.”
Fairfield is the county seat of Jefferson County in Southeast Iowa. It is a small town of about 10,000 people in the Heartland of America. The town of Mount Pleasant is 22 miles to the east and Ottumwa is 25 miles west.
Fairfield will be a vibrant community and economic force, blending its rich heritage and small-town qualities with the diversity, cultural richness, and economic opportunities of a thriving city.
Fairfield, Iowa, is a charming small town known for its strong sense of community, vibrant cultural scene, and rich history. It’s located in southeastern Iowa, with the closest large cities being Ottumwa (about 25 miles west), Iowa City (about 60 miles northeast), and Pella (about 70 miles northwest).
Fairfield is the county seat of Jefferson County in Southeast Iowa. It is a small town of about 9,400 people (2020) in the Heartland of America. The town of Mount Pleasant is 22 miles to the east and Ottumwa is 25 miles to the west.