Fairfield, CA vs Oakley, CA

Fairfield, CA and Oakley, CA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.9% difference in their overall index. Fairfield scores 153 while Oakley scores 155 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Fairfield is $2,191/month compared to $2,031/month in Oakley — a 8% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Oakley has cheaper rent, Fairfield actually has lower median home values ($592,500 vs $632,800).

Median household income in Fairfield is $102,321 compared to $132,067 in Oakley (-22.5%). While Oakley 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, more than the 18.5% in Oakley.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (62.1°F vs 62°F). Fairfield receives more rainfall at 24.8" per year compared to 16.1" in Oakley.