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Irvine, CA
Irvine · CA 92618
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$1.5M
Median Price
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Walk Score
5/10
Schools
58 min
to Downtown Los Angeles
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
15/100
ASafety
92/100
D+Schools
50/100
CQuietness
60/100
D+Commute
55/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score45/100
Our Take
Irvine 92618 offers a safe, family‑friendly environment with top‑rated schools and strong median income. Housing is pricey and the area is very car‑dependent, but the community’s amenities and low crime make it a solid choice for those who can afford the cost of living.
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The Good
- ✓Excellent public schools (average rating 5)
- ✓High median household income and strong local economy
- ✓Low crime and good safety
- ✓Plenty of parks, green space, and recreation options
Real Talk
- !Very high housing and rental costs
- !Commute to Downtown LA is 58 minutes and can be congested
- !Limited walkability and public transit options
- !Parking and traffic congestion common in commercial areas
- $HOA fees on many homes
- $Higher property taxes than many U.S. suburbs
- $Utility costs can be elevated due to HVAC needs
- $Potential for higher insurance premiums in some areas
Best For
Families with childrenTech professionals and engineersHigh‑income earnersCollege students near UC Irvine
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityLow
Crime & Safety
Irvine, CA
A
Safety grade
Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Low9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
50% safer than the national average
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