salaryFontana is 3% 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
$2,334
$3,405
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,799
$3,344
💵 Families earn per year
$110,892
$147,451
🔑 Buying a house
$586,800
$1,191,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.7
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,801
$9,543
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$113
👥 People living there
214,169
311,690
Commute to work
33.4 min
24.7 min
College degree
21.4%
70.6%
Own their home
66.8%
44.5%
Below poverty line
9.9%
10.8%
Unemployment
6.5%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Fontana 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.
Frequently asked questions
Is Fontana or Irvine cheaper to live in?
Fontana is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,334 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Irvine to match $60,000 in Fontana?
About $61,542 a year gives the same standard of living in Irvine.
Where do people earn more, Fontana or Irvine?
The typical household earns $110,892 in Fontana and $147,451 in Irvine, 25% more in Irvine.