Fairfax, SD vs Iroquois, SD

Fairfax is moderately more affordable than Iroquois, with a 8.3% lower cost of living index. Fairfax scores 61 compared to 66 for Iroquois, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Iroquois can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Fairfax is $788/month compared to $763/month in Iroquois — a 3% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Iroquois has cheaper rent, Fairfax actually has lower median home values ($62,000 vs $138,500).

Median household income in Fairfax is $66,875 compared to $60,750 in Iroquois (+10.1%). 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 14.1% of their income on rent, less than the 15.1% in Iroquois.

Climate-wise, Fairfax is notably warmer with an average of 50.2°F compared to 45.9°F in Iroquois. Iroquois receives more rainfall at 23.3" per year compared to 19.5" in Fairfax.