salaryMcKinney is 15% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in McKinney to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$3,405
$1,993
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$3,344
$1,977
💵 Families earn per year
$147,451
$133,966
🔑 Buying a house
$1,191,500
$471,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
97.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,543
$7,791
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$182
👥 People living there
311,690
210,600
Commute to work
24.7 min
27.8 min
College degree
70.6%
54.1%
Own their home
44.5%
63.8%
Below poverty line
10.8%
5.7%
Unemployment
5.9%
3.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Irvine for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick McKinney for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Irvine or McKinney cheaper to live in?
McKinney is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,993 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in McKinney to match $60,000 in Irvine?
About $51,278 a year gives the same standard of living in McKinney.
Where do people earn more, Irvine or McKinney?
The typical household earns $147,451 in Irvine and $133,966 in McKinney, 10% more in Irvine.