Chicago, Illinois vs. Irvine, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Irvine, California is 68.6% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $232,698 in Irvine, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Irvine, California is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
297% more expensive in Irvine
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Irvine, CA
Compared to Chicago, Irvine is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  68.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  8.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  277.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.9% higher
  Commute
  19.9% lower
  Health
  6.1% higher
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  Personal
  2.3% lower
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