salaryFrisco is 17% 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
$2,246
$3,405
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,299
$3,344
💵 Families earn per year
$162,004
$147,451
🔑 Buying a house
$642,100
$1,191,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,572
$9,543
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$113
👥 People living there
219,304
311,690
Commute to work
28.6 min
24.7 min
College degree
67.5%
70.6%
Own their home
65.9%
44.5%
Below poverty line
3.6%
10.8%
Unemployment
4.6%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Frisco for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
- Pick Irvine for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Frequently asked questions
Is Frisco or Irvine cheaper to live in?
Frisco is about 17% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,246 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Irvine to match $60,000 in Frisco?
About $70,206 a year gives the same standard of living in Irvine.
Where do people earn more, Frisco or Irvine?
The typical household earns $162,004 in Frisco and $147,451 in Irvine, 10% more in Frisco.