This Is the Most Affordable U.S. City to Live Comfortably-and Here's Exactly How Much You Need to Earn

"Homeowners in 10 of the nation's largest cities need to earn at least $191,000 annually to enjoy a comfortable lifestyle."

"Irvine, California, ranked first as the spot where you need the highest income to live comfortably, requiring $326,645 for homeowners."

As the cost of living rises, GOBankingRates has identified the income required for comfortable living in the 50 largest U.S. cities. Their analysis highlighted that homeowners in a number of major cities, including several on the West Coast, need substantial incomes to maintain a comfortable lifestyle. Irvine, California, topped the list, requiring over $326,000 annually for homeowners and nearly $131,000 for renters. The report emphasizes the stark contrast between median incomes and the amounts needed for comfortable living due to escalating living costs.

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