Fairfax, South Carolina
Fairfax: town in South Carolina, United States
About
Fairfax is a town located in the county of Allendale in the U.S. state of South Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,025. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,622 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Fairfax
| Population | 1,622 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | South Carolina (United States) |
| County | Allendale County |
| Postal code | 29827 |
| Phone Area Codes | 803 |
| Water as percent of area | 0.03% |
| Land as percent of area | 99.97% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 32.9591,-81.2365 |
| Altitude | 138 feet / 42 meters |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 05:47:52 (23rd April 2026) |
| Population growth | -24.85% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 86℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Fairfax is located at 32°57'33"N 81°14'11"W (32.9590500, -81.2365000).
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Fairfax decreased by 24.85% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,025 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,984 | -2.07% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,925 | -3.06% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,890 | -1.85% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,855 | -1.89% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,782 | -4.1% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,741 | -2.35% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,736 | -0.29% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,713 | -1.34% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,675 | -2.27% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,622 | -3.27% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Fairfax, SC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 218681 | University of South Carolina-Salkehatchie | Allendale (SC) | 29810-0617 |
Nearby Transit Stations (5)
Rail and bus stations connected to Fairfax, SC. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| DNK | Denmark | 200 West Baruch Street | RAIL |
| YEM | Yemassee | 9 Main Street | RAIL |
| SAV | Savannah | 2611 Seaboard Coastline Drive | RAIL |
| CHS | Charleston, South Carolina | 4565 Gaynor Avenue | RAIL |
| CLB | Columbia | 850 Pulaski Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Fairfax.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Fairfax Post Office | Fairfax (SC) | 29827 |
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- Fairfax, Virginia independent city in Virginia, United States with a population of 23,429 people.
- Fairfax, California town in California, United States with a population of 7,561 people.
- Fairfax, Vermont town in Vermont, United States with a population of 4,917 people.
- Fairfax, Iowa city in Iowa, United States with a population of 2,934 people.
- Fairfax, Ohio village in Ohio, United States with a population of 1,701 people.
- Fairfax, Oklahoma town in Oklahoma, United States with a population of 1,242 people.
- Fairfax, Minnesota city in Minnesota, United States with a population of 1,119 people.
- Fairfax, Kansas township in Osage County, Kansas with a population of 579 people.
- Fairfax, Missouri city in Missouri, United States with a population of 568 people.
- Fairfax, South Dakota town in Gregory County, South Dakota, United States with a population of 62 people.
Other cities in Allendale County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Allendale County , SC.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Allendale | 2,829 | Town in South Carolina, United States |
| Sycamore | 148 | Town in South Carolina |
| Ulmer | 71 | Human settlement in Allendale County, South Carolina, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Fairfax distances to largest South Carolina cities