Indianapolis, Indiana vs. Irvine, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Irvine, California is 113.3% more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $85,324 in Irvine, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Irvine, California is more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
408% more expensive in Irvine
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. Irvine, CA
Compared to Indianapolis, Irvine is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  113.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  12.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  504.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.0% higher
  Commute
  22.2% higher
  Health
  6.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% higher