Murray, Kentucky vs. Irvine, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Irvine, California is 135.5% more expensive than Murray, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $117,750 in Irvine, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Murray, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Irvine, California is more expensive than Murray, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
590% more expensive in Irvine
than in Murray, Kentucky
Murray, KY vs. Irvine, CA
Compared to Murray, Irvine is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  135.5% 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
  14.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  534.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% higher
  Commute
  68.2% higher
  Health
  19.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.3% higher