salaryChandler is 10% 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
$2,070
$3,405
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,967
$3,344
💵 Families earn per year
$116,580
$147,451
🔑 Buying a house
$507,800
$1,191,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,258
$9,543
⚡ Electric bill per month
$177
$113
👥 People living there
280,136
311,690
Commute to work
23.9 min
24.7 min
College degree
47.7%
70.6%
Own their home
65%
44.5%
Below poverty line
7.9%
10.8%
Unemployment
3.6%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Chandler for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Irvine for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chandler | Irvine | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,180 | $101,860 | +72% in Irvine |
| Firefighter | $61,780 | $98,050 | +59% in Irvine |
| Police Officer | $85,050 | $121,980 | +43% in Irvine |
| Lawyer | $135,670 | $194,410 | +43% in Irvine |
| Registered Nurse | $100,830 | $135,560 | +34% in Irvine |
| Operations Manager | $98,610 | $125,830 | +28% in Irvine |
| Carpenter | $60,320 | $75,740 | +26% in Irvine |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $47,530 | $35,850 | -25% in Irvine |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chandler or Irvine cheaper to live in?
Chandler is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,070 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Irvine to match $60,000 in Chandler?
About $65,953 a year gives the same standard of living in Irvine.
Where do people earn more, Chandler or Irvine?
The typical household earns $116,580 in Chandler and $147,451 in Irvine, 21% more in Irvine.