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AUSTIN vs. IRVINE
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Austin, Texas vs. Irvine, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Irvine, California is
40.0%
more expensive
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$104,965
in Irvine, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Irvine, California is
more expensive
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
95% more expensive in Irvine
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Irvine, CA
Compared to Austin, Irvine is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
40.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
9.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
134.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.8% lower
Commute
1.0% higher
Health
8.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
4.4% higher
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