Irvine, California vs. El Paso, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in El Paso, Texas is 54.7% cheaper than Irvine, California.

You would need a salary of $45,279 in El Paso, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Irvine, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, El Paso, Texas is cheaper than Irvine, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
82% cheaper in El Paso
than in Irvine, California
Irvine, CA vs. El Paso, TX
Compared to Irvine, El Paso is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  54.7% 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
  12.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  84.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.2% lower
  Commute
  17.2% lower
  Health
  3.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.5% lower