| About Fairbanks
Welcome to the beautiful city of Fairbanks Alaska!
The City of Fairbanks is known as the "Golden Heart City," and if you have the good fortune to visit or live here, you will soon discover why we have earned that name. The people of Fairbanks are known for their generosity of spirit, hospitality, and friendliness.
- Our city is vibrant with business and trade, outdoor and sports activities,
and a dynamic arts community.
We enjoy the most beautiful extremes of nature, with summer days filled with endless sunshine, and wintry nights aglow with the Northern Lights. We are proud to call the City of Fairbanks our home, and invite you to enjoy all that Fairbanks has to offer!
Fairbanks is the largest city in the Interior region of Alaska, and second largest in the state. It is the principal city of the 'Fairbanks, Alaska Metropolitan Statistical Area' which encompasses all of Fairbanks North Star Borough and is the northernmost Metropolitan Statistical Area in the United States. The Northern lights in Fairbanks are a beautiful night time site!
The Golden Heart City is known for extreme climates and warm people. From a modern business economy to its unique, recreational activities, Fairbanks is a great place for home and business.
For helpful Alaska and Fairbanks links, feel free to check out our Alaska Links page.
Fairbanks Among 100 Fastest-Growing Cities (Fairbanks News-Miner 4/6/08)
U.S. Census data released Thursday (4/3/08) show that the Fairbanks metropolitan statistical area's growth rate ranks 30th in the nation. Between July 1, 2006, and July 1, 2007, population in the Fairbanks area grew 2.8 percent. It saw an increase of 2,681 residents to total 97,484.
For all listings and needs in and around the Fairbanks Alaska real estate area, call Wes Madden at Madden Real Estate. Wes can also help with all Fort Wainwright and Eielson Air Force Base homes for sale.

|