Fairplay Public RecordsColorado

Fairplay, Colorado (Park County) is served by the Park County School District RE-2, with one main school, South Park High School, enrolling about 120 students. The high school graduation rate is approximately 90%, while 27% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Standardized test scores are slightly below the state average, with a GreatSchools rating around 4/10. School safety is generally good, with few reported incidents. Educational programs include outdoor education, STEM, and limited Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Adult education options are mainly through online or nearby community college courses.

As of the 2020 Census, Fairplay, Park County, CO, had a population of approximately 724. The median age was 44.2 years. About 53% of residents were male and 47% female. The racial makeup was 91% White, 2% African American, 1% Native American, 1% Asian, and about 5% identifying as two or more races or other. Hispanic or Latino residents made up 10% of the population, reflecting modest ethnic diversity within this small mountain city.

Fairplay, CO, in Park County, features a homeownership rate of around 65%, with median home values near $480,000 as of 2024. Median rent is approximately $1,450/month. The housing market has seen consistent appreciation, averaging 5% annually in recent years, with a mix of single-family homes, cabins, and some townhomes. Notable neighborhoods include Beaver Ridge, Valley of the Sun, and Foxtail Pines. Property taxes are relatively low, averaging 0.48% of assessed value. Demand for vacation rentals remains strong due to Fairplay's proximity to recreational areas and attractions.

Transportation in Fairplay, Park County, CO, is primarily car-dependent, with over 85% of residents commuting by private vehicle and less than 1% using public transit, owing to limited service options. The average one-way commute is approximately 36 minutes, longer than the national average. Most households (about 95%) own at least one vehicle. Major employment hubs include local government, tourism, and service industries within Fairplay, with some residents commuting to nearby towns like Breckenridge or Denver. Transportation infrastructure centers on U.S. Highway 285 and Highway 9, which connect Fairplay to regional destinations.

Fairplay, located in Park County, Colorado, has limited healthcare facilities, primarily served by the South Park Health Service District, which includes one clinic—South Park Health Care—offering primary and urgent care. The nearest hospital is St. Vincent Health, about 27 miles away in Leadville. Approximately 86% of Park County residents are insured, mainly through employer-based or government programs. The population is 92% White, with a median age of 47. Common health issues include cardiovascular disease and diabetes. The county has a shortage of healthcare providers, with a primary care ratio of about 1 per 2,400 residents.