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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Fairborn, OH vs Ridgecrest, CA

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Are people in Ridgecrest older or younger than people in Fairborn?
- The Median Age in Ridgecrest is 1.7 years older than in Fairborn.

Are housing costs cheaper in Ridgecrest or Fairborn?
- Ridgecrest housing costs are 53.7% more expensive than Fairborn housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Ridgecrest or Fairborn?
- The average commute for residents of Ridgecrest is 3.3 minutes longer than it is for residents of Fairborn.

Things to do in Fairborn?
Fairborn OH lies south of Dayton featuring several scenic parks as well as numerous historical attractions including Wright Patterson Air Force Base.

Things to do in Ridgecrest?
Located in the Indian Wells Valley of the Mojave Desert, Ridgecrest is a city in Kern County known for its rich cultural and recreational activities. With a population of over 27,000, this growing city offers attractions such as the desert landscape and nearby mountains, along with local events and recreation opportunities.

 Fairborn, OHRidgecrest, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock27,989329,725,481
 Median Income$54,076  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock36.638.4
 Avg. Home Price$159,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time20.12  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Fairborn    1 Reviews
Kathleen · Dayton, OH
Fairborn
Over 16 years ago

One of the best places to live; it's affordable and has a great atmosphere. You will be pleased to meet friendly and outgoing people. Awesome location with lots to do  More

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Reviews for Ridgecrest    7 Reviews
CJ · San Francisco, CA
A perspective of Ridgecrest
Over 3 years ago

For context, I grew up in Ridgecrest and moved away after graduating high school. I have since lived in LA and the Bay Area but I visit RC often. RC is in the high  More

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Jamall · Fairbanks, AK
Guns, beer and 4 wheel drive
Over 7 years ago

Ridgecrest and Kern County are red state bastions in a land of blue voting counties. If you want a concealed weapons permit, you'll get it. Want to own any firearm  More

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gypsymom · Inyokern, CA
It's a dry heat!
Over 13 years ago

The hardest thing to get used to in Ridgecrest is the weather. It can get quite windy. And hot. 115 hot. But it's a dry heat! It does cool off in the evening, and it  More

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