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About Fairfield, Washington

Fairfield is a locality in Spokane County, Washington, United States. It is a small community with a population of 621. The population density is 380.6 people per km². Fairfield is located at 47.3852°N, 117.1716°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 99012.

Fairfield rests in a broad, sun-drenched basin, a place where the earth seems to exhale long, slow breaths of prairie grass and distant, pine-scented hills. It lies 20.2 miles south of Spokane Valley, WA (from Spokane Valley, WA: bearing 171°T), and is situated 9.3 miles south of Freeman. The sky here is a vast, ever-changing canvas, frequently streaked with the dramatic hues of Spokane’s inland Northwest climate, a stark contrast to the gentle, rolling topography that defines the immediate landscape. Fields of wheat, golden and rippling under the summer sun, stretch towards horizons softened by the haze of distance, their bounty a testament to the fertile soil that cradles Fairfield. The air itself carries a dry, clean scent, punctuated by the sweet perfume of wild sage and the earthy aroma of tilled land, a constant reminder of the agricultural heart that beats at the core of this locale. The history of Fairfield is intrinsically tied to the agricultural endeavors that continue to shape its economy, a legacy stretching back to the early settlers who recognized the potential of this fertile land. For generations, wheat farming has been the lifeblood of Fairfield, its cycles dictating the rhythm of the seasons and the ebb and flow of prosperity, with grain elevators standing as silent sentinels against the expansive sky. While the land’s primary offering remains agricultural, the quietude of Fairfield also attracts those seeking a respite from the clamor of larger cities, drawing a steady stream of residents who appreciate the unpretentious charm and the deep-rooted sense of community that defines this particular corner of Spokane County. The occasional rumble of a distant train, a sound that echoes across the open fields, serves as a subtle reminder of the connections that bind this quiet place to the wider world.

About This Fairfield Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Fairfield, Washington — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 47.385175, -117.171579. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Fairfield and Spokane County.

Detailed location data for Fairfield includes the ZIP code (99012), telephone area code (509), county seat of Spokane County (Spokane), and school district assignment (Liberty School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Fairfield is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.