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
$3,180
$3,405
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$3,128
$3,344
💵 Families earn per year
$195,754
$147,451
🔑 Buying a house
$1,403,800
$1,191,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
115.6
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,190
$9,543
⚡ Electric bill per month
$152
$113
👥 People living there
228,295
311,690
Commute to work
30.3 min
24.7 min
College degree
63.9%
70.6%
Own their home
60.8%
44.5%
Below poverty line
5.2%
10.8%
Unemployment
4.7%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Fremont for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick Irvine for cheaper homes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fremont | Irvine | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $123,250 | $82,990 | -33% in Irvine |
| Registered Nurse | $186,610 | $135,560 | -27% in Irvine |
| Nurse Practitioner | $219,080 | $161,470 | -26% in Irvine |
| Electrician | $92,830 | $73,810 | -20% in Irvine |
| Medical Assistant | $59,790 | $47,760 | -20% in Irvine |
| Civil Engineer | $130,160 | $108,640 | -17% in Irvine |
| Dental Hygienist | $146,760 | $122,980 | -16% in Irvine |
| Operations Manager | $149,990 | $125,830 | -16% in Irvine |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fremont or Irvine cheaper to live in?
Fremont 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 Fremont?
About $58,938 a year gives the same standard of living in Irvine.
Where do people earn more, Fremont or Irvine?
The typical household earns $195,754 in Fremont and $147,451 in Irvine, 33% more in Fremont.