salaryDurham 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
$1,797
$3,405
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,604
$3,344
💵 Families earn per year
$88,026
$147,451
🔑 Buying a house
$392,800
$1,191,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.6
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,263
$9,543
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$113
👥 People living there
291,467
311,690
Commute to work
22.3 min
24.7 min
College degree
57.3%
70.6%
Own their home
52.3%
44.5%
Below poverty line
11.7%
10.8%
Unemployment
3.8%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Durham 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 | Durham | Irvine | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $38,350 | $98,050 | +156% in Irvine |
| Police Officer | $60,100 | $121,980 | +103% in Irvine |
| Elementary School Teacher | $51,400 | $101,860 | +98% in Irvine |
| Carpenter | $51,540 | $75,740 | +47% in Irvine |
| Lawyer | $132,790 | $194,410 | +46% in Irvine |
| HVAC Technician | $59,180 | $73,830 | +25% in Irvine |
| Electrician | $59,220 | $73,810 | +25% in Irvine |
| Cashier | $29,920 | $36,980 | +24% in Irvine |
Frequently asked questions
Is Durham or Irvine cheaper to live in?
Durham is about 16% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,797 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Irvine to match $60,000 in Durham?
About $69,835 a year gives the same standard of living in Irvine.
Where do people earn more, Durham or Irvine?
The typical household earns $88,026 in Durham and $147,451 in Irvine, 40% more in Irvine.