Fairfield is a city located in Solano County, California, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of Fairfield was 119,927 making it the 46th largest city in California. Fairfield is considered part of the San Francisco Bay Area and is located approximately halfway between the cities of San Francisco and Sacramento.
Population
According to the 2020 census, the population of Fairfield was 119,927. This makes it the 7th largest city in the San Francisco Bay Area. The population density was 3,078 people per square mile. The racial makeup of Fairfield was 51.9% White, 12.3% African American, 1.2% Native American, 13.3% Asian, 0.8% Pacific Islander, and 5.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race made up 25.2% of the population.
The median age in Fairfield is 35.6 years old. The gender makeup is 49.1% male and 50.9% female. 69.2% of residents speak English at home while 30.8% speak other languages. The five most common non-English languages spoken are Spanish, Tagalog, Chinese, Vietnamese, and Korean.
Economy and Major Employers
Some of the major industries and employers in Fairfield include:
- Travis Air Force Base – One of the largest employers in Fairfield and Solano County with over 14,000 military personnel.
- Jelly Belly – The famous jelly bean manufacturer operates a factory and visitor center in Fairfield.
- Solano County – The county government and associated offices employ over 2,500 people.
- NorthBay Healthcare – Operates NorthBay Medical Center and NorthBay VacaValley Hospital in Fairfield.
- Kintetsu Rail – Operates a major freight rail facility in Fairfield.
Other major sectors of Fairfield’s economy include retail, education, construction, healthcare, and manufacturing. Unemployment in the city is around 7%. The median household income is $70,471.
Landmarks
Some notable landmarks and points of interest in Fairfield include:
- Rockville Hills Regional Park – Large regional park encompassing much of the hills north of Fairfield. Includes hiking, biking, and equestrian trails.
- Fairfield Community Park – Large community park in central Fairfield with sports fields, a skate park, tennis courts, and more.
- Fairfield Civic Center and Library – The city’s main public library and civic offices.
- Jelly Belly Factory – Offers tours of the famous candy factory and retail store.
- Suisun Marsh – Largest brackish marsh on west coast of North America, popular for birdwatching.
Sports Teams
Professional sports teams based in Fairfield include:
- Solano Steelheads FC – Professional soccer team in the National Premier Soccer League.
- Fairfield Adult Baseball League – Amateur adult baseball teams and league.
The city is also home to recreational youth sports leagues for sports like soccer, baseball, basketball, and Pop Warner football through organizations like the Fairfield Sports Association.
Local Events and Attractions
Some of the popular annual events held in Fairfield include:
- Festival of the Arts – Three-day arts festival held in downtown Fairfield each June.
- All American Festival & Fireworks Show – Independence Day festival at Solano Town Center mall.
- Fourth of July Parade – One of the largest Independence Day parades in Northern California.
- Christmas Tree Lighting Festival – Annual Christmas tree lighting in downtown Fairfield.
Popular attractions and things to do in Fairfield include the Jelly Belly Factory tours, Rockville Hills hiking, the Fairfield Community Park, golfing at places like Rancho Solano Golf Course, and shopping at the Solano Town Center mall.
Local Government
The government of the City of Fairfield is run by a city council consisting of the mayor and four council members. The current mayor of Fairfield is Harry T. Price. The city council and local government provide services like police, fire protection, parks, recreation, library, water, sewer, streets, and more to the residents of Fairfield.
The City of Fairfield government website can be found at fairfield.ca.gov. Residents can find information about local government departments, services, meetings, records, permits, jobs, elections, and news on the city’s website.
Additional Resources
To learn more about Fairfield, California check out the following resources:
- City of Fairfield Facebook Page
- Official City of Fairfield Website
- Fairfield Chamber of Commerce
- Visit Fairfield Tourism Website