Fairfax, Iowa
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | +4.4% |
| 2008 | +16.1% |
| 2012 | +2.2% |
| 2016 | −8.4% |
| 2020 | +0.5% |
| 2024 | −2.9% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 47.9%Harris894 | 50.8%Trump949 | 1.3% | R+2.9 | R+3.5 | R+1.5 | 1,867 | |
| D | 49.1%Biden902 | 48.6%Trump892 | 2.3% | D+0.5 | D+8.9 | R+3.9 | 1,836 | |
| R | 42.2%Clinton704 | 50.6%Trump844 | 7.1% | R+8.4 | R+10.6 | R+10.5 | 1,667 | |
| D | 50.1%Obama712 | 48.0%Romney681 | 1.9% | D+2.2 | R+14.0 | R+1.7 | 1,420 | |
| D | 57.2%Obama684 | 41.1%McCain491 | 1.8% | D+16.1 | D+11.8 | D+8.9 | 1,196 | |
| D | 52.1%Kerry607 | 47.7%Bush556 | 0.2% | D+4.4 | — | D+6.8 | 1,165 |
Fairfax sits in the Corn Belt. In 2024 it voted Republican.
Across the recorded series it reached a Democratic high of 16.1 points in 2008 and a Republican high of 8.4 points in 2016. Between 2020 and 2024 the city moved 3.5 points toward the Republican candidate; the 2024 margin was 2.9 points.
A population of 2,900, a 87% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $114,375 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Fairfax, Iowa vote in 2024?
In 2024, Fairfax, Iowa voted Republican by 2.9 points (R+2.9), carried by the Republican candidate. Out of 1,867 votes cast, 894 went Democratic and 949 went Republican.
When did Fairfax, Iowa last vote Democratic?
The most recent presidential election in which Fairfax, Iowa voted Democratic was 2020.
How many people live in Fairfax, Iowa?
Fairfax, Iowa has a population of 2,900 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Fairfax, Iowa?
Median household income in Fairfax, Iowa is $114,375 — above the national median of $80,734. The Iowa state median is $75,059.
What is the political history of Fairfax, Iowa?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Fairfax, Iowa from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 4 went Democratic and 2 went Republican.