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LA MESA vs. IRVINE
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Cost of Living Calculator - La Mesa, California vs Irvine, California
The cost of living in Irvine, California is
18.7%
more expensive
than La Mesa, California.
You would need a salary of
$89,008
in Irvine, California to maintain the standard of living you have in La Mesa, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Irvine, California is
more expensive
than La Mesa, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% more expensive in Irvine
than in La Mesa, California
La Mesa, CA vs Irvine, CA
Compared to La Mesa, Irvine is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
18.7% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
54.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.8% lower
Commute
7.4% lower
Health
4.9% higher
Taxes
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Personal
0.6% higher
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