salaryHenderson 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
$2,044
$3,405
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,857
$3,344
💵 Families earn per year
$97,214
$147,451
🔑 Buying a house
$484,900
$1,191,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.2
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,520
$9,543
⚡ Electric bill per month
$151
$113
👥 People living there
332,141
311,690
Commute to work
24.3 min
24.7 min
College degree
37.4%
70.6%
Own their home
66.1%
44.5%
Below poverty line
9%
10.8%
Unemployment
6.8%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Henderson for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Irvine for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Henderson | Irvine | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $59,280 | $98,050 | +65% in Irvine |
| Police Officer | $77,750 | $121,980 | +57% in Irvine |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,040 | $101,860 | +57% in Irvine |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,110 | $35,850 | +32% in Irvine |
| Registered Nurse | $103,940 | $135,560 | +30% in Irvine |
| Operations Manager | $97,290 | $125,830 | +29% in Irvine |
| Lawyer | $150,510 | $194,410 | +29% in Irvine |
| Cashier | $29,360 | $36,980 | +26% in Irvine |
Frequently asked questions
Is Henderson or Irvine cheaper to live in?
Henderson is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,044 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Irvine to match $60,000 in Henderson?
About $67,993 a year gives the same standard of living in Irvine.
Where do people earn more, Henderson or Irvine?
The typical household earns $97,214 in Henderson and $147,451 in Irvine, 34% more in Irvine.