salaryAustin is 16% 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
$1,932
$3,405
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,941
$3,344
💵 Families earn per year
$101,010
$147,451
🔑 Buying a house
$555,300
$1,191,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.1
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,024
$9,543
⚡ Electric bill per month
$134
$113
👥 People living there
979,539
311,690
Commute to work
23.7 min
24.7 min
College degree
59.6%
70.6%
Own their home
43.4%
44.5%
Below poverty line
12%
10.8%
Unemployment
4.7%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Austin for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Irvine for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Austin | Irvine | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $58,830 | $98,050 | +67% in Irvine |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,270 | $101,860 | +66% in Irvine |
| Carpenter | $50,260 | $75,740 | +51% in Irvine |
| Police Officer | $82,290 | $121,980 | +48% in Irvine |
| Registered Nurse | $97,890 | $135,560 | +38% in Irvine |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,260 | $35,850 | +32% in Irvine |
| Lawyer | $153,330 | $194,410 | +27% in Irvine |
| Nurse Practitioner | $128,050 | $161,470 | +26% in Irvine |
Frequently asked questions
Is Austin or Irvine cheaper to live in?
Austin is about 16% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,932 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Irvine to match $60,000 in Austin?
About $69,483 a year gives the same standard of living in Irvine.
Where do people earn more, Austin or Irvine?
The typical household earns $101,010 in Austin and $147,451 in Irvine, 31% more in Irvine.