Pismo Beach, California vs. Irvine, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Irvine, California is 1.4% more expensive than Pismo Beach, California.

You would need a salary of $50,700 in Irvine, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Pismo Beach, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Irvine, California is more expensive than Pismo Beach, California
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
12% more expensive in Irvine
than in Pismo Beach, California
Pismo Beach, CA vs. Irvine, CA
Compared to Pismo Beach, Irvine is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.4% higher
      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
  5.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.0% higher
  Commute
  16.2% higher
  Health
  14.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% higher