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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Fairburn, GA vs Monroe, NC

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Are people in Monroe older or younger than people in Fairburn?
- The Median Age in Monroe is 6.0 years older than in Fairburn.

Are housing costs cheaper in Monroe or Fairburn?
- Monroe housing costs are 11.6% less expensive than Fairburn housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Monroe or Fairburn?
- The average commute for residents of Monroe is 3.0 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Fairburn.

Things to do in Fairburn?
Fairburn is a city located in Fulton County with an estimated population of 14,764 according to the 2019 census. The city has plenty of amenities such as schools, parks and libraries that can be used for leisure or educational purposes plus many local businesses providing residents with jobs.

Things to do in Monroe?
Monroe NC is home to about 34 thousand people who appreciate its convenient location only 40 minutes away from Charlotte It offers lovely small-town living that comes packed with beautiful architectural wonders like Victorian style homes

 Fairburn, GAMonroe, NCUnited States
 Population  Unlock34,464329,725,481
 Median Income$58,741  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock35.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$327,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time27.78  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Fairburn    2 Reviews
Frank · Fairburn, GA
Quite warm
Over 18 years ago

I'm new here, last place lived much drier, very HOT summer. Hope the winter is not as cold as the summer  More

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Imani · Fairburn, GA
Beautiful area
Over 18 years ago

I built a home in a new 300 acre subdivision located on five lakes. The subdivision has side walks and walking trails. My home is lovely and affordable.   More

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Reviews for Monroe    5 Reviews
Matthew · Monroe, NC
You would be better off living in an active toilet
Over 5 years ago

Moved to Monroe approx 6 years ago. It has been one excuse after the other for the high incidence of assault and battery as well as property crime. The mayor and city  More

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Angela · Monroe, NC
Historical District in Monroe NC
Over 6 years ago

I have lived in Monroe since 2015. I have been welcomed by my neighbors and the community. Monroe is rapidly growning. The downtown area is family friendly and has added  More

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Lowell · Monroe, NC
Just a rural redneck Charlotte
Over 7 years ago

I’m so glad to be moving away from this little Charlotte wanna be Town run by rednecks! I’ve been here for 15 years and have been stopped by Sheriff’s about 8 times!  More

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