salaryGilbert is 10% 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
$2,270
$3,405
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,096
$3,344
💵 Families earn per year
$132,171
$147,451
🔑 Buying a house
$575,100
$1,191,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,417
$9,543
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$113
👥 People living there
280,262
311,690
Commute to work
25.9 min
24.7 min
College degree
48.2%
70.6%
Own their home
73.1%
44.5%
Below poverty line
5.3%
10.8%
Unemployment
3.5%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Gilbert for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Irvine for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Gilbert | Irvine | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,180 | $101,860 | +72% in Irvine |
| Firefighter | $61,780 | $98,050 | +59% in Irvine |
| Police Officer | $85,050 | $121,980 | +43% in Irvine |
| Lawyer | $135,670 | $194,410 | +43% in Irvine |
| Registered Nurse | $100,830 | $135,560 | +34% in Irvine |
| Operations Manager | $98,610 | $125,830 | +28% in Irvine |
| Carpenter | $60,320 | $75,740 | +26% in Irvine |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $47,530 | $35,850 | -25% in Irvine |
Frequently asked questions
Is Gilbert or Irvine cheaper to live in?
Gilbert is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,270 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Irvine to match $60,000 in Gilbert?
About $65,953 a year gives the same standard of living in Irvine.
Where do people earn more, Gilbert or Irvine?
The typical household earns $132,171 in Gilbert and $147,451 in Irvine, 10% more in Irvine.