salaryGrand Prairie 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
$1,883
$3,405
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,758
$3,344
💵 Families earn per year
$88,026
$147,451
🔑 Buying a house
$295,500
$1,191,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,954
$9,543
⚡ Electric bill per month
$200
$113
👥 People living there
201,883
311,690
Commute to work
28 min
24.7 min
College degree
30%
70.6%
Own their home
58.7%
44.5%
Below poverty line
12.1%
10.8%
Unemployment
5.2%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Grand Prairie 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 Grand Prairie or Irvine cheaper to live in?
Grand Prairie is about 17% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,883 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Irvine to match $60,000 in Grand Prairie?
About $70,206 a year gives the same standard of living in Irvine.
Where do people earn more, Grand Prairie or Irvine?
The typical household earns $88,026 in Grand Prairie and $147,451 in Irvine, 40% more in Irvine.