Fairfield, ME vs Kezar Falls, ME

Fairfield is moderately more affordable than Kezar Falls, with a 7.6% lower cost of living index. Fairfield scores 76 compared to 82 for Kezar Falls, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Kezar Falls 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 $893/month in Kezar Falls — a 6% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Kezar Falls has cheaper rent, Fairfield actually has lower median home values ($140,200 vs $222,200).

Median household income in Fairfield is $50,718 compared to $46,250 in Kezar Falls (+9.7%). Fairfield 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, less than the 23.2% in Kezar Falls.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (46.1°F vs 44.7°F). Kezar Falls receives more rainfall at 46.9" per year compared to 41.8" in Fairfield.