salaryHuntington Beach is 3% 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
$2,987
$3,405
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,696
$3,344
💵 Families earn per year
$130,411
$147,451
🔑 Buying a house
$1,100,000
$1,191,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.7
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,234
$9,543
⚡ Electric bill per month
$108
$113
👥 People living there
195,240
311,690
Commute to work
28.4 min
24.7 min
College degree
49%
70.6%
Own their home
55.4%
44.5%
Below poverty line
7.8%
10.8%
Unemployment
5.4%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntington Beach for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Irvine for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntington Beach or Irvine cheaper to live in?
Huntington Beach is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,987 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Irvine to match $60,000 in Huntington Beach?
About $61,542 a year gives the same standard of living in Irvine.
Where do people earn more, Huntington Beach or Irvine?
The typical household earns $130,411 in Huntington Beach and $147,451 in Irvine, 12% more in Irvine.
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