Elyria, OH vs Fairborn, OH

Elyria is moderately more affordable than Fairborn, with a 7% lower cost of living index. Elyria scores 70 compared to 76 for Fairborn, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Fairborn can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Elyria is $859/month compared to $968/month in Fairborn — a 11% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Elyria is more affordable at $142,800 median vs $169,600.

Median household income in Elyria is $53,204 compared to $55,966 in Fairborn (-4.9%). The higher salaries in Fairborn partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Elyria spend roughly 19.4% of their income on rent, less than the 20.8% in Fairborn.

Climate-wise, Fairborn is notably warmer with an average of 53.9°F compared to 50.2°F in Elyria. Fairborn receives more rainfall at 41.3" per year compared to 36.7" in Elyria.