Clarington, OH vs Fayette, OH

Fayette is moderately more affordable than Clarington, with a 7.9% lower cost of living index. Clarington scores 67 compared to 62 for Fayette, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Clarington can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Clarington is $788/month compared to $750/month in Fayette — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Fayette is more affordable at $92,300 median vs $133,300.

Median household income in Clarington is $40,500 compared to $47,500 in Fayette (-14.7%). Fayette offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Clarington spend roughly 23.3% of their income on rent, more than the 18.9% in Fayette.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (52.2°F vs 49.3°F). Clarington receives more rainfall at 37.6" per year compared to 30" in Fayette.