Irvine, California vs. Castle Rock, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Castle Rock, Colorado is 23.9% cheaper than Irvine, California.

You would need a salary of $83,700 in Castle Rock, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Irvine, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Castle Rock, Colorado is cheaper than Irvine, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Castle Rock
than in Irvine, California
Irvine, CA vs. Castle Rock, CO
Compared to Irvine, Castle Rock is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.9% lower
      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
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  45.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.2% lower
  Commute
  7.1% higher
  Health
  11.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.4% higher