Boston, MA vs Irvine, CA
Cost of Living Comparison
Equivalent Salary
$100,000 in Boston, MA = $100,903 in Irvine, CA
Buying power is 0.9% higher in Irvine, CA
Median Rent
$2,093 vs $2,893
38.2% higher in Irvine, CA
Median Income
$94,755 vs $129,647
36.8% higher in Irvine, CA
Home Value
$710,400 vs $1,115,400
57.0% higher in Irvine, CA
Price Level
111.6 vs 112.6
US avg = 100
Salary Needed for Median Rent
$83,700 vs $115,700
30% of gross income guideline
Rent as % of Income
26.5% vs 26.8%
Lower is more affordable