Cost of Living in Fairview, NC

With a cost of living index of 105, Fairview, NC is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 5% more expensive than the national average and 20% above the North Carolina state average of 84. Fairview is a small community of 2,327 residents.

The median household income in Fairview is $74,388, which is 1% lower than the national median of $75,149.

Everyday prices in the Asheville, NC (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.