salaryChattanooga is 24% 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
$1,537
$3,405
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$3,344
💵 Families earn per year
$69,588
$147,451
🔑 Buying a house
$283,200
$1,191,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,265
$9,543
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$113
👥 People living there
185,783
311,690
Commute to work
18.5 min
24.7 min
College degree
36%
70.6%
Own their home
52.4%
44.5%
Below poverty line
19.1%
10.8%
Unemployment
5.4%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Chattanooga 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 | Chattanooga | Irvine | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $51,330 | $121,980 | +138% in Irvine |
| Firefighter | $46,060 | $98,050 | +113% in Irvine |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,830 | $101,860 | +70% in Irvine |
| Registered Nurse | $79,770 | $135,560 | +70% in Irvine |
| Software Developer | $106,750 | $160,920 | +51% in Irvine |
| Carpenter | $50,760 | $75,740 | +49% in Irvine |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,240 | $35,850 | +48% in Irvine |
| Dental Hygienist | $83,460 | $122,980 | +47% in Irvine |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chattanooga or Irvine cheaper to live in?
Chattanooga is about 24% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,537 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Irvine to match $60,000 in Chattanooga?
About $74,499 a year gives the same standard of living in Irvine.
Where do people earn more, Chattanooga or Irvine?
The typical household earns $69,588 in Chattanooga and $147,451 in Irvine, 53% more in Irvine.