Fairfax, Iowa vs. Ely, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ely, Iowa is 1.5% more expensive than Fairfax, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $50,727 in Ely, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairfax, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ely, Iowa is more expensive than Fairfax, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% more expensive in Ely
than in Fairfax, Iowa
Fairfax, IA vs. Ely, IA
Compared to Fairfax, Ely is:
  Homeowner
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  1.5% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.4% higher
  Commute
  7.0% higher
  Health
  0.0% higher
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  Personal
  0.4% lower
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