Jefferson County
City in Iowa, United States
Overview
Jefferson County, centered around the city of Fairfield, is known for its lively arts scene, progressive culture, and rich rural charm. It offers a surprising diversity for a small midwestern county, blending innovative living with a tight-knit community atmosphere. Visitors will find a variety of parks, unique experiences, and an emphasis on sustainability.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Iowa
Population
32,977
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
41.03°, -91.95°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
80
Female Safety
80
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,755
Local Cost
$1,065
Local Income
$2,300
Cashless
65
English
100
Temperature
10.6°C
Summer Avg
23.7°C
Winter Avg
-3.4°C
Record High
43.5°C
Record Low
-35.7°C
Humidity
76%
Precipitation
929 mm
Internet Speed
90 Mbps
Upload
94 Mbps
Latency
14 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
FFL
Distance
4 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 1 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 75/100.