salaryAurora is 7% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Irvine to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,087
$3,405
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,000
$3,344
💵 Families earn per year
$95,305
$147,451
🔑 Buying a house
$469,100
$1,191,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,457
$9,543
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$113
👥 People living there
394,432
311,690
Commute to work
28.6 min
24.7 min
College degree
33.6%
70.6%
Own their home
62.4%
44.5%
Below poverty line
11.9%
10.8%
Unemployment
5.9%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Irvine for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Aurora | Irvine | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $101,130 | $135,560 | +34% in Irvine |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,910 | $101,860 | +32% in Irvine |
| Nurse Practitioner | $134,040 | $161,470 | +20% in Irvine |
| Physician Assistant | $134,540 | $161,890 | +20% in Irvine |
| Police Officer | $101,970 | $121,980 | +20% in Irvine |
| Software Developer | $137,610 | $160,920 | +17% in Irvine |
| Electrician | $63,150 | $73,810 | +17% in Irvine |
| Carpenter | $64,910 | $75,740 | +17% in Irvine |
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Irvine cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,087 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Irvine to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $64,415 a year gives the same standard of living in Irvine.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Irvine?
The typical household earns $95,305 in Aurora and $147,451 in Irvine, 35% more in Irvine.