Fairfield, OK vs Gene Autry, OK

Fairfield is moderately more affordable than Gene Autry, with a 10.4% lower cost of living index. Fairfield scores 53 compared to 60 for Gene Autry, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Gene Autry can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Fairfield is $443/month compared to $725/month in Gene Autry — a 39% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Fairfield has cheaper rent, Gene Autry actually has lower median home values ($78,300 vs $106,500).

Median household income in Fairfield is $85,625 compared to $57,813 in Gene Autry (+48.1%). 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 6.2% of their income on rent, less than the 15% in Gene Autry.