Fairchild Air Force Base ZIP Codes — Spokane County, WA

There is one unique ZIP code in Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington and it is 99011. Area code: 509.
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Fairchild Air Force Base, WA ZIP code map

About Fairchild Air Force Base, WA

Fairchild Air Force Base is a prominent military installation located in Washington State. It serves as a vital hub for air mobility and training missions within the U.S. Air Force. The base's strategic importance is underscored by its facilities and infrastructure, which support a range of operations.

Location & geography

Situated in Spokane County, Fairchild Air Force Base is approximately 12 miles southwest of downtown Spokane. The surrounding area features a landscape primarily characterized by gently rolling plains and is known for its picturesque views of the nearby mountains. This military installation encompasses a total land area of 6.62 square miles with no water area.

Community & economy

The community around Fairchild Air Force Base is heavily influenced by military life, fostering a strong sense of camaraderie and service among its residents. Many local businesses cater to service members and their families, providing essential services and leisure activities. Daily life embraces the culture of commitment and support, creating a unique environment shaped by both military and civilian interactions.

Transportation

Fairchild Air Force Base is conveniently accessible via several highways, including U.S. Route 2 and U.S. Route 395. The nearest major airport is Spokane International Airport, located just a short drive away, providing essential air travel services. Public transportation options are also available, connecting the base to the surrounding Spokane area.

History

Fairchild Air Force Base was established in 1942 during World War II as a training facility for bomber pilots. Over the decades, it has evolved into a key center for air refueling operations and tactical training. The base has witnessed numerous significant events in aviation history, contributing to advancements in military capabilities.

Did you know?

A little-known fact about Fairchild Air Force Base is that it is named after Captain Lawrence C. Fairchild, who was a distinguished aviator and a pioneer of the B-17 Flying Fortress. Additionally, the base has played a crucial role in humanitarian missions and disaster relief efforts across the globe.

ZIP codes for Fairchild Air Force Base, WA (1)
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Demographics & statistics

3,184
Population
23.1
Median age
$67,325
Median household income
$24,783
Per capita income
$0
Median home value
$1,566
Median monthly rent
0.6%
Home ownership
5.2%
Poverty rate
3.9%
Unemployment
60
Housing units
37.1%
Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female
342
Under 5
242
186
5–9
131
42
10–14
29
80
15–19
57
413
20–24
292
586
25–34
415
174
35–44
123
30
45–54
21
12
55–59
9
← Male
Female →

Age summary

GroupCount%
Under 181,02032.0%
18 and over2,16468.0%
65 and over00.0%
Median age23.1 years

Race & ethnicity

White 60%
Two or more races 15.2%
Hispanic or Latino 10.5%
Black or African American 8.7%
Asian 2.1%
Other race 1.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native 1.5%
GroupCount%
White2,13560%
Two or more races54015.2%
Hispanic or Latino37410.5%
Black or African American3108.7%
Asian762.1%
Other race681.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native551.5%

Household income

Under $10k 2.8%
$25k–$35k 13.3%
$35k–$50k 16.5%
$50k–$75k 28.6%
$75k–$100k 17.3%
$100k–$150k 15.9%
$150k–$200k 0.6%
$200k+ 5.0%
Range% of households
Under $10k2.8%
$25k–$35k13.3%
$35k–$50k16.5%
$50k–$75k28.6%
$75k–$100k17.3%
$100k–$150k15.9%
$150k–$200k0.6%
$200k+5.0%
Median income$67,325

Housing

Home values

$500k–$1M 100.0%

Housing overview

MetricValue
Median home value$0
Median rent / month$1,566
Owner occupied0.6%
Renter occupied99.4%
Vacant6.6%
Single-family detached54.5%
Large apartment buildings4.3%
Mobile homes0.0%
Median rooms5.9
Avg household size (owned)3.00

Year built

Era%
2020 or later0.0%
2010–20198.8%
2000–20099.6%
1990–199911.1%
1980–198917.4%
1970–197912.0%
1960–196910.0%
1950–195927.6%
1940–19491.3%
1939 or earlier2.2%

Bedrooms

Size% of units
No bedroom (studio)0.7%
1 bedroom0.0%
2 bedrooms28.3%
3 bedrooms41.6%
4 bedrooms29.0%
5+ bedrooms0.4%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles% of households
No vehicle0.0%
1 vehicle19.2%
2 vehicles66.5%
3 or more14.3%

Heating fuel

Fuel type%
Utility gas38.8%
Electricity61.2%

Households & families

Household typeCount%
Married-couple family74095.4%
Cohabiting couple60.8%
Male householder, no spouse111.4%
Female householder, no spouse192.4%
Households with children under 1855871.9%
Households with seniors (65+)00.0%
Average household size3.24

Marital status

StatusMaleFemale
Never married44.9%14.2%
Married54.4%85.2%
Separated0.0%0.0%
Widowed0.0%0.0%
Divorced0.7%0.6%

Education

Less than 9th grade 0.0%
Some HS, no diploma 0.0%
HS graduate 15.2%
Some college, no degree 27.7%
Associate's degree 20.0%
Bachelor's degree 27.6%
Graduate / professional 9.5%
Metric%
HS diploma or higher100.0%
Bachelor's or higher37.1%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

TypeCount%
Nursery / preschool10512.0%
Kindergarten627.1%
Elementary school26129.8%
High school525.9%
College / grad school39545.1%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 25.9%
Finance & real estate 17.7%
Transportation & utilities 13.9%
Public administration 10.3%
Arts, food & hospitality 9.4%
Professional & management 9.0%
Retail trade 8.1%
Wholesale trade 2.1%
Other services 1.5%
Construction 1.1%
Manufacturing 1.1%

Occupation

Category%
Management, business & arts30.6%
Service15.6%
Sales & office37.8%
Natural resources & construction2.8%
Production & transportation13.2%

Employment type

Type%
Private sector67.1%
Government27.4%
Self-employed5.6%
Unpaid family workers0.0%

Commute

Method%
Drive alone72.1%
Carpool10.3%
Public transit0.0%
Walk10.3%
Other means0.9%
Avg commute (minutes)9.2

Poverty

All people 5.2%
Under 18 years 6.1%
18 and over 4.5%
Married-couple families 3.1%
Female-led households 68.8%

Income support

Source% of households
Social Security0.0%
Retirement income1.7%
Supplemental Security0.0%
Cash public assistance1.0%
Food stamps / SNAP1.0%

Health indicators

Condition%
High blood pressure11.4%
High cholesterol12.8%
Heart disease1.2%
Stroke0.7%
Asthma11.2%
Arthritis7.9%
Kidney disease0.9%
Pulmonary disease2.2%
Cancer1.4%
Behavior / access%
Binge drinking25.0%
No physical activity13.6%
Less than 7 hrs sleep32.0%
Fair or poor health7.7%
Poor mental health19.6%
Poor physical health5.9%
No health insurance11.3%
Visited doctor (checkup)60.5%
Visited dentist66.1%
Cholesterol screening73.6%
Teeth loss0.0%

Veterans & disability

VeteransCount%
Civilian veterans11013.3%
Disability%
Any disability6.1%
Under 186.5%
18–64 years5.7%
65 and over0.0%

Health insurance coverage

Type%
Private insurance93.9%
Public insurance9.0%
Uninsured under 191.2%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

LanguageCount%
English only2,60081.7%
Spanish532.0%
Other Indo-European411.6%
Asian & Pacific Islander30.1%
Other languages90.3%

Place of birth & citizenship

OriginCount%
Native born (US)2,99594.1%
Born in same state2,79087.6%
Born in different state58018.2%
Foreign born2056.4%
Naturalized citizen1895.9%
Not a US citizen10656.1%

Ancestry

AncestryCount%
French2939.2%
Italian2919.1%
Irish822.6%
Arab812.5%
AncestryCount%
German682.1%
English190.6%
Polish30.1%

Technology access

Metric% of households
Computer access24.4%
Internet access98.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

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