Brooklyn, New York vs. Irvine, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Irvine, California is 1.9% cheaper than Brooklyn, New York.

You would need a salary of $98,051 in Irvine, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Brooklyn, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Irvine, California is cheaper than Brooklyn, New York
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
42% cheaper in Irvine
than in Brooklyn, New York
Brooklyn, NY vs. Irvine, CA
Compared to Brooklyn, Irvine is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.9% 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
  10.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  35.2% lower
  Commute
  42.4% lower
  Health
  26.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.9% lower