salaryAurora is 14% 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
$1,887
$3,405
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$3,344
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$147,451
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$1,191,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$9,543
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$113
👥 People living there
179,898
311,690
Commute to work
27.2 min
24.7 min
College degree
38.5%
70.6%
Own their home
66.4%
44.5%
Below poverty line
9.5%
10.8%
Unemployment
5.8%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Irvine for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Irvine cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,887 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Irvine to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $68,168 a year gives the same standard of living in Irvine.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Irvine?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $147,451 in Irvine, 32% more in Irvine.