Fairfield, NE
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- 1,778 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
- General Quality Overall rating out of 100
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Fairfield is a quiet farming town in south-central Nebraska with a population of around 330 residents. Founded during the 1870s railroad expansion, the community offers a peaceful, unhurried pace of life surrounded by scenic Clay County farmland. Fairfield also serves as the home base for Sandy Creek Public Schools, making the town a central gathering spot for families across the local countryside.
Day-to-day life here revolves around school events, friendly neighbors, and wide-open prairie spaces. State Highway 14 runs right past town, giving residents an easy 35-minute drive to Hastings for major shopping trips, restaurants, and medical care. For anyone looking for affordable living and a genuine small-town feel, Fairfield provides a welcoming place to put down roots.
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