Salem, New York vs. Irvine, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Irvine, California is 115.1% more expensive than Salem, New York.

You would need a salary of $107,542 in Irvine, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Irvine, California is more expensive than Salem, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
425% more expensive in Irvine
than in Salem, New York
Salem, NY vs. Irvine, CA
Compared to Salem, Irvine is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  115.1% 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% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  649.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% lower
  Commute
  10.6% higher
  Health
  20.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% higher