San Diego vs Irvine: Cost of Living
Last updated 2026-07-10 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
San Diego is about 4% cheaper overall. Here is how San Diego and Irvine compare on rent, groceries, utilities, transportation, and healthcare.
- San Diego cost-of-living index: 142 vs 100
- Irvine cost-of-living index: 148 vs 100
- San Diego median 2BR rent: $3,100/mo
- Irvine median 2BR rent: $3,200/mo
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