salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Oakland to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$3,405
$2,511
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$3,344
$2,352
💵 Families earn per year
$147,451
$109,576
🔑 Buying a house
$1,191,500
$929,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
115.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,543
$8,575
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$127
👥 People living there
311,690
439,418
Commute to work
24.7 min
29.8 min
College degree
70.6%
48.7%
Own their home
44.5%
42.3%
Below poverty line
10.8%
13.4%
Unemployment
5.9%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Irvine for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Oakland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Irvine | Oakland | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $82,990 | $123,250 | +49% in Oakland |
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $186,610 | +38% in Oakland |
| Nurse Practitioner | $161,470 | $219,080 | +36% in Oakland |
| Electrician | $73,810 | $92,830 | +26% in Oakland |
| Medical Assistant | $47,760 | $59,790 | +25% in Oakland |
| Civil Engineer | $108,640 | $130,160 | +20% in Oakland |
| Dental Hygienist | $122,980 | $146,760 | +19% in Oakland |
| Operations Manager | $125,830 | $149,990 | +19% in Oakland |
Frequently asked questions
Is Irvine or Oakland cheaper to live in?
Irvine and Oakland cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Oakland to match $60,000 in Irvine?
About $61,081 a year gives the same standard of living in Oakland.
Where do people earn more, Irvine or Oakland?
The typical household earns $147,451 in Irvine and $109,576 in Oakland, 35% more in Irvine.