Cost of Living in Irvine, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
244.2
100 = national avg
+144.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$107,427
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$253,919
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food149.1
Transportation127.9
Healthcare139.3
Utilities189.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,746
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,236
per month
The overall cost of living index in Irvine is 244.2, which is 144.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $107,427 per year to cover basic expenses.