Fairfield, ME vs Greenville, ME

Greenville is moderately more affordable than Fairfield, with a 6.2% lower cost of living index. Fairfield scores 76 compared to 71 for Greenville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Fairfield can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Fairfield is $947/month compared to $660/month in Greenville — a 44% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Greenville has cheaper rent, Fairfield actually has lower median home values ($140,200 vs $192,600).

Median household income in Fairfield is $50,718 compared to $52,991 in Greenville (-4.3%). Greenville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Fairfield spend roughly 22.4% of their income on rent, more than the 14.9% in Greenville.

Climate-wise, Fairfield is notably warmer with an average of 46.1°F compared to 41.2°F in Greenville. Greenville receives more rainfall at 44.5" per year compared to 41.8" in Fairfield.