salaryGlendale is 13% 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
$1,864
$3,405
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,633
$3,344
💵 Families earn per year
$79,302
$147,451
🔑 Buying a house
$387,500
$1,191,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,612
$9,543
⚡ Electric bill per month
$191
$113
👥 People living there
252,833
311,690
Commute to work
27.7 min
24.7 min
College degree
24.3%
70.6%
Own their home
57.2%
44.5%
Below poverty line
15.1%
10.8%
Unemployment
5.6%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Glendale 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 Glendale or Irvine cheaper to live in?
Glendale is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,864 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Irvine to match $60,000 in Glendale?
About $67,681 a year gives the same standard of living in Irvine.
Where do people earn more, Glendale or Irvine?
The typical household earns $79,302 in Glendale and $147,451 in Irvine, 46% more in Irvine.