Fairfax, SC is a small town located in Allendale County. It has a population of 2,142 with a population density of 490 people per square mile. Fairfax is known for its rich history and unique culture. There are a number of businesses that call Fairfax home, such as the Family Dollar store, El Patio Mexican Restaurant, and the Blackwater Cafe. Year round outdoor activities can include fishing, swimming at local lakes or rivers, hiking trails around the area, and a variety of sports activities available at local parks. There are also numerous organizations in Fairfax that provide services to the community such as United Way, Allendale County Youth Services Bureau, and the Allendale County Community Center. Local sporting events include High School basketball games at Allendale-Fairfax High School and youth soccer leagues that take place at various locations around town.
The population in Fairfax is 2,142. There are 647 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Fairfax is 40.2, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Fairfax is 2.4, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Fairfax
- 37.8% are married
- 13.1% are divorced
- 17.9% are married with children
- 37.7% have children, but are single
Race in Fairfax
- 15.1% are White
- 84.9% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander