salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Long Beach to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$3,405
$2,279
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$3,344
$2,180
💵 Families earn per year
$147,451
$94,293
🔑 Buying a house
$1,191,500
$806,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,543
$5,151
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$99
👥 People living there
311,690
455,548
Commute to work
24.7 min
29.9 min
College degree
70.6%
35.6%
Own their home
44.5%
41.2%
Below poverty line
10.8%
14.8%
Unemployment
5.9%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Irvine for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Long Beach for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Irvine | Long Beach | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $135,560 | 0% in Long Beach |
| Nurse Practitioner | $161,470 | $161,470 | 0% in Long Beach |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $79,310 | $79,310 | 0% in Long Beach |
| Nursing Assistant | $47,380 | $47,380 | 0% in Long Beach |
| Medical Assistant | $47,760 | $47,760 | 0% in Long Beach |
| Pharmacist | $157,440 | $157,440 | 0% in Long Beach |
| Physician Assistant | $161,890 | $161,890 | 0% in Long Beach |
| Dental Hygienist | $122,980 | $122,980 | 0% in Long Beach |
Frequently asked questions
Is Irvine or Long Beach cheaper to live in?
Irvine and Long Beach cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Long Beach to match $60,000 in Irvine?
About $60,000 a year gives the same standard of living in Long Beach.
Where do people earn more, Irvine or Long Beach?
The typical household earns $147,451 in Irvine and $94,293 in Long Beach, 56% more in Irvine.