salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$2,808
$3,405
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,306
$3,344
💵 Families earn per year
$116,513
$147,451
🔑 Buying a house
$758,700
$1,191,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
111.9
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,058
$9,543
⚡ Electric bill per month
$137
$113
👥 People living there
276,375
311,690
Commute to work
28.6 min
24.7 min
College degree
33.2%
70.6%
Own their home
59.8%
44.5%
Below poverty line
8.7%
10.8%
Unemployment
8%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Chula Vista for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Irvine for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chula Vista | Irvine | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $70,900 | $98,050 | +38% in Irvine |
| Police Officer | $110,400 | $121,980 | +10% in Irvine |
| Lawyer | $178,220 | $194,410 | +9% in Irvine |
| Operations Manager | $119,600 | $125,830 | +5% in Irvine |
| Elementary School Teacher | $97,000 | $101,860 | +5% in Irvine |
| Pharmacist | $165,130 | $157,440 | -5% in Irvine |
| Market Research Analyst | $79,440 | $82,990 | +4% in Irvine |
| Restaurant Cook | $46,440 | $44,460 | -4% in Irvine |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chula Vista or Irvine cheaper to live in?
Chula Vista and Irvine cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Irvine to match $60,000 in Chula Vista?
About $60,900 a year gives the same standard of living in Irvine.
Where do people earn more, Chula Vista or Irvine?
The typical household earns $116,513 in Chula Vista and $147,451 in Irvine, 21% more in Irvine.