Fairport Harbor, OH vs Fayette, OH

Fayette is moderately more affordable than Fairport Harbor, with a 11.7% lower cost of living index. Fairport Harbor scores 69 compared to 62 for Fayette, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Fairport Harbor can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Fairport Harbor is $846/month compared to $750/month in Fayette — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Fayette is more affordable at $92,300 median vs $135,500.

Median household income in Fairport Harbor is $56,184 compared to $47,500 in Fayette (+18.3%). While Fairport Harbor is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Fairport Harbor spend roughly 18.1% of their income on rent, less than the 18.9% in Fayette.

Climate-wise, Fairport Harbor is notably warmer with an average of 52.3°F compared to 49.3°F in Fayette. Fairport Harbor receives more rainfall at 33.3" per year compared to 30" in Fayette.