Irvine, California vs. Santa Monica, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Monica, California is 50.1% more expensive than Irvine, California.

You would need a salary of $180,166 in Santa Monica, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Irvine, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Monica, California is more expensive than Irvine, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% more expensive in Santa Monica
than in Irvine, California
Irvine, CA vs. Santa Monica, CA
Compared to Irvine, Santa Monica is:
  Homeowner
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  50.1% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  96.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  17.8% lower
  Commute
  39.5% higher
  Health
  3.4% lower
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  Personal
  0.9% lower
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