Fairmont, WV vs Vienna, WV

Vienna is moderately more affordable than Fairmont, with a 5.4% lower cost of living index. Fairmont scores 73 compared to 69 for Vienna, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Fairmont can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Fairmont is $902/month compared to $837/month in Vienna — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Vienna is more affordable at $155,500 median vs $159,100.

Median household income in Fairmont is $60,791 compared to $65,211 in Vienna (-6.8%). Vienna offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Fairmont spend roughly 17.8% of their income on rent, more than the 15.4% in Vienna.