Anaheim, CA vs Fairfield, CA

Fairfield is moderately more affordable than Anaheim, with a 8.7% lower cost of living index. Anaheim scores 167 compared to 153 for Fairfield, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Anaheim can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Anaheim is $2,082/month compared to $2,191/month in Fairfield — a 5% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Anaheim has cheaper rent, Fairfield actually has lower median home values ($592,500 vs $771,700).

Median household income in Anaheim is $90,583 compared to $102,321 in Fairfield (-11.5%). Fairfield offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Anaheim spend roughly 27.6% of their income on rent, more than the 25.7% in Fairfield.