Fairfax vs Des Moines: Housing
| Fairfax | Des Moines | |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $274,500 | $194,700 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,366/mo | $1,090/mo |
| Homeownership Rate | 92.4% | 60.5% |
| Rent as Share of Income | 14.3% | 19.8% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, ACS 2020-2024.