Fairfax, MN vs Waubun, MN

Fairfax is moderately more affordable than Waubun, with a 14.6% lower cost of living index. Fairfax scores 51 compared to 60 for Waubun, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Waubun can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Fairfax is $410/month compared to $670/month in Waubun — a 39% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Fairfax has cheaper rent, Waubun actually has lower median home values ($75,000 vs $99,800).

Median household income in Fairfax is $53,750 compared to $51,667 in Waubun (+4%). Fairfax offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Fairfax spend roughly 9.2% of their income on rent, less than the 15.6% in Waubun.