Fairfield, CA vs Lompoc, CA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Lompoc is 26.3% cheaper than Fairfield. With a cost index of 121 vs 153, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Lompoc to Fairfield should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Fairfield is $2,191/month compared to $1,516/month in Lompoc — a 45% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lompoc is more affordable at $433,800 median vs $592,500.

Median household income in Fairfield is $102,321 compared to $70,038 in Lompoc (+46.1%). While Fairfield is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Fairfield spend roughly 25.7% of their income on rent, less than the 26% in Lompoc.

Climate-wise, Fairfield is notably warmer with an average of 62.1°F compared to 58.6°F in Lompoc. Fairfield receives more rainfall at 24.8" per year compared to 13.3" in Lompoc.