Irving is 10% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Irving to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,109
$1,892
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,075
$1,827
💵 Families earn per year
$89,656
$88,254
🔑 Buying a house
$486,700
$315,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
114.2
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,516
$4,752
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$159
👥 People living there
185,604
256,492
Commute to work
26.1 min
24.1 min
College degree
40.8%
42.4%
Own their home
54.1%
38.1%
Below poverty line
15%
11%
Unemployment
5.3%
4.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Lauderdale for higher incomes.
- Pick Irving for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Lauderdale | Irving | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,070 | $24,160 | -33% in Irving |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,780 | $101,870 | +23% in Irving |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $103,650 | $122,520 | +18% in Irving |
| Police Officer | $79,840 | $92,910 | +16% in Irving |
| Civil Engineer | $83,750 | $96,920 | +16% in Irving |
| Truck Driver | $51,580 | $59,530 | +15% in Irving |
| Firefighter | $75,710 | $64,900 | -14% in Irving |
| Customer Service Representative | $39,560 | $44,990 | +14% in Irving |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Lauderdale or Irving cheaper to live in?
Irving is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,892 a month there versus $2,109 in Fort Lauderdale.
What salary do I need in Irving to match $60,000 in Fort Lauderdale?
About $54,184 a year gives the same standard of living in Irving.
Where do people earn more, Fort Lauderdale or Irving?
The typical household earns $89,656 in Fort Lauderdale and $88,254 in Irving, 2% more in Fort Lauderdale.
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