Irvine, California vs. Waco, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waco, Texas is 56.4% cheaper than Irvine, California.

You would need a salary of $72,757 in Waco, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Irvine, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waco, Texas is cheaper than Irvine, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
81% cheaper in Waco
than in Irvine, California
Irvine, CA vs. Waco, TX
Compared to Irvine, Waco is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  56.4% 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
  12.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  85.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% lower
  Commute
  34.9% lower
  Health
  8.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.4% lower