salaryPlano is 9% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Plano to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$3,405
$2,010
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$3,344
$2,058
💵 Families earn per year
$147,451
$121,065
🔑 Buying a house
$1,191,500
$465,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,543
$6,700
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$176
👥 People living there
311,690
290,594
Commute to work
24.7 min
25.4 min
College degree
70.6%
60.5%
Own their home
44.5%
56.9%
Below poverty line
10.8%
6.8%
Unemployment
5.9%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Irvine for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Plano for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Irvine | Plano | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,860 | $65,070 | -36% in Plano |
| Carpenter | $75,740 | $48,740 | -36% in Plano |
| Firefighter | $98,050 | $64,900 | -34% in Plano |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,850 | $24,160 | -33% in Plano |
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $101,420 | -25% in Plano |
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $92,910 | -24% in Plano |
| Electrician | $73,810 | $59,010 | -20% in Plano |
| HVAC Technician | $73,830 | $59,560 | -19% in Plano |
Frequently asked questions
Is Irvine or Plano cheaper to live in?
Plano is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,010 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Plano to match $60,000 in Irvine?
About $54,465 a year gives the same standard of living in Plano.
Where do people earn more, Irvine or Plano?
The typical household earns $147,451 in Irvine and $121,065 in Plano, 22% more in Irvine.