Fillmore, CA vs McSwain, CA

McSwain is moderately more affordable than Fillmore, with a 13.7% lower cost of living index. Fillmore scores 141 compared to 124 for McSwain, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Fillmore can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Fillmore is $1,799/month compared to $1,205/month in McSwain — a 49% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while McSwain has cheaper rent, Fillmore actually has lower median home values ($567,500 vs $639,800).

Median household income in Fillmore is $90,343 compared to $140,173 in McSwain (-35.5%). McSwain offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Fillmore spend roughly 23.9% of their income on rent, more than the 10.3% in McSwain.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (62.5°F vs 62.3°F). Fillmore receives more rainfall at 12" per year compared to 11.8" in McSwain.