Fairmont is a city in Marion County, West Virginia, United States. The population was 18,704 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Marion County.

Is Fairmont WV safe?

Due to a lower than average violent and property crime rate, Fairmont has been named the second safest city in the state. According to a recently released study by the National Council for Home Safety and Security, Fairmont has been named the second safest city in West Virginia.

Is Fairmont WV a good place to live?

Fairmont is a decent place to buy a first home. Houses are cheaper here, cost of living is more affordable than Morgantown, you can still get anywhere you need to go within a reasonable time, and there is almost anything you will want or need one town over.