salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Santa Ana to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$3,405
$2,654
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$3,344
$2,320
💵 Families earn per year
$147,451
$101,378
🔑 Buying a house
$1,191,500
$713,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,543
$3,997
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$105
👥 People living there
311,690
312,534
Commute to work
24.7 min
24.5 min
College degree
70.6%
18.3%
Own their home
44.5%
44.6%
Below poverty line
10.8%
10.8%
Unemployment
5.9%
4.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Irvine for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Santa Ana for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Irvine | Santa Ana | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $135,560 | 0% in Santa Ana |
| Nurse Practitioner | $161,470 | $161,470 | 0% in Santa Ana |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $79,310 | $79,310 | 0% in Santa Ana |
| Nursing Assistant | $47,380 | $47,380 | 0% in Santa Ana |
| Medical Assistant | $47,760 | $47,760 | 0% in Santa Ana |
| Pharmacist | $157,440 | $157,440 | 0% in Santa Ana |
| Physician Assistant | $161,890 | $161,890 | 0% in Santa Ana |
| Dental Hygienist | $122,980 | $122,980 | 0% in Santa Ana |
Frequently asked questions
Is Irvine or Santa Ana cheaper to live in?
Irvine and Santa Ana cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Santa Ana to match $60,000 in Irvine?
About $60,000 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Ana.
Where do people earn more, Irvine or Santa Ana?
The typical household earns $147,451 in Irvine and $101,378 in Santa Ana, 45% more in Irvine.