Message
from the
Mayor
Welcome to the online home of Fairfield, Alabama! Thank you for stopping by! We encourage you to read about us and by all means contact us with any questions we can answer for you.
We are proud to be the home of the former state senator Doug Jones and Miles College. We also claim as a part of our heritage celebrities such as Willie Mays, the Controllers, George Lindsay and Cleveland Eaton just to name a few of our hometown heroes.
Herman Carnes, Jr.
Message from the Council President
We are a city rich in history with a drive to thrive. We encourage community engagement and involvement; therefore, feel comfortable communicating with your elected officials by email, phone, and attending City Council meetings.
City of Fairfield
Mayor
Herman Carnes, Jr.
Stats About
Fairfield
Located on the west side of Jefferson County directly adjacent to the city of Birmingham.
Founded in 1910, incorporated in 1919.
An older city moving in a new direction
Households (2020 census)
0
K
Total population (2020 census)
0
K
Median household income (2020 census)
$
20000
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Public Works
The Fairfield Public Works Department provides maintenance of the City's infrastructure, grounds, and tree care.
Read MoreCommunity Center
The Fairfield Community Center is a facility owned and operated by the City of Fairfield for the benefit of its residents.
Read MoreFire Department
Fairfield Fire and Rescue Department provides emergency firefighting services and other life safety services for the City.
Read MoreStormwater Program
The purpose of the NPDES program was to track and control sources of pollution through permitting.
Read MorePolice Department
Fairfield Police Department to be the foremost line of defense in protecting the citizens.
Read MoreSchools
Elementary
Forest Hills Community Development Center/Tri-City Pre-K
Robinson Elementary K-2
Glen Oaks Elementary 3-5
Middle
C.J. Donald Middle 6-8
High
Fairfield High Prepatory
Private
Restoration Academy
College
Miles College
Events & Meetings
Upcoming Events
03
Nov
2026
07
Nov
2028
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Fairfield City Hall
Address: 4701 Gary Ave, Fairfield, AL 35064
Hours of Operation
Open Monday – Friday 9am–5pmÂ