Fairfield, Texas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Fairfield, Texas
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Downtown Fairfield
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Location of Fairfield, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Freestone |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.46 sq mi (14.15 km2) |
| • Land | 5.46 sq mi (14.14 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 456 ft (139 m) |
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| • Total | 2,850 |
| • Density | 529.77/sq mi (204.56/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
75840
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| Area code(s) | 903/430 |
| FIPS code | 48-25104 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410476 |
Fairfield is a city in Texas, United States. It is the main town, or county seat, of Freestone County. The city was founded in 1851. In 2020, about 2,850 people lived there.
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Fairfield's Location and Roads
Fairfield is right in the middle of Freestone County. A big highway called Interstate 45 runs along the west side of the city. This highway can take you about 88 miles north to Dallas or 152 miles south to Houston.
Another important road, U.S. Route 84, goes right through the city. If you go east on this road, you'll reach Palestine in about 35 miles. Going west will take you to Waco, which is about 63 miles away.
Fairfield's Climate
The weather in Fairfield is usually warm. Summers are hot and humid, meaning there's a lot of moisture in the air. Winters are generally mild, not too cold. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate.
People Living in Fairfield
Fairfield has been home to many people over the years. Here's a quick look at how the population has changed:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 609 | — | |
| 1870 | 800 | 31.4% | |
| 1880 | 358 | −55.2% | |
| 1890 | 499 | 39.4% | |
| 1940 | 1,047 | — | |
| 1950 | 1,742 | 66.4% | |
| 1960 | 1,781 | 2.2% | |
| 1970 | 2,074 | 16.5% | |
| 1980 | 3,505 | 69.0% | |
| 1990 | 3,234 | −7.7% | |
| 2000 | 3,094 | −4.3% | |
| 2010 | 2,951 | −4.6% | |
| 2020 | 2,850 | −3.4% | |
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Fairfield's Population in 2020
In 2020, there were 2,850 people living in Fairfield. These people lived in 932 households, which are like homes or apartments. Out of these, 658 were families.
The people in Fairfield come from different backgrounds. Here's a look at the main groups:
| Group | Number of People | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 1,873 | 60.81% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 592 | 20.77% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 394 | 13.82% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (not Hispanic) | 90 | 3.16% |
| Asian (not Hispanic) | 26 | 0.91% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (not Hispanic) | 6 | 0.21% |
| Some Other Group (not Hispanic) | 9 | 0.32% |
| Total | 2,850 |
Famous People from Fairfield
Some well-known people have come from Fairfield:
- Tony Brackens, an NFL football player
- Louis Cheek, another NFL football player
- Kenny Dorham, a famous jazz trumpeter
- Nanceen Perry, an Olympic track runner
- Larry Rose III, a football player in the NFL, CFL, and XFL
- Winfred Tubbs, an NFL football player
Learning and Education in Fairfield
Students in Fairfield attend schools that are part of the Fairfield Independent School District.
For those who want to continue their education after high school, Navarro College has a campus in Fairfield. It's called the Navarro College Career & Technical Center. Here, students can take classes all year round to earn college degrees.
Gallery
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The Fridolin (Fred) Fischer Home
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The Old Freestone County Jail
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This cannon was taken during the Civil War battle of Val Verde. It is on the Freestone County Courthouse grounds.
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The Butler Church Bell. This historical bell came from a sunken riverboat before being used at Butler Church.
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See also
In Spanish: Fairfield (Texas) para niños
