salaryAlbuquerque is 11% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Aurora to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,401
$2,087
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,284
$2,000
💵 Families earn per year
$73,680
$95,305
🔑 Buying a house
$291,500
$469,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.5
105.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,678
$2,457
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$141
👥 People living there
562,218
394,432
Commute to work
22.4 min
28.6 min
College degree
39.2%
33.6%
Own their home
61.8%
62.4%
Below poverty line
15.5%
11.9%
Unemployment
5.4%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Albuquerque for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Aurora for higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Albuquerque | Aurora | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $42,420 | $87,980 | +107% in Aurora |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,040 | $99,040 | +60% in Aurora |
| Lawyer | $114,610 | $177,380 | +55% in Aurora |
| Operations Manager | $94,640 | $142,330 | +50% in Aurora |
| Police Officer | $73,380 | $101,970 | +39% in Aurora |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $57,370 | $75,810 | +32% in Aurora |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $98,220 | $127,880 | +30% in Aurora |
| Medical Assistant | $39,200 | $49,700 | +27% in Aurora |
Frequently asked questions
Is Albuquerque or Aurora cheaper to live in?
Albuquerque is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,401 a month there versus $2,087 in Aurora.
What salary do I need in Aurora to match $60,000 in Albuquerque?
About $66,428 a year gives the same standard of living in Aurora.
Where do people earn more, Albuquerque or Aurora?
The typical household earns $73,680 in Albuquerque and $95,305 in Aurora, 23% more in Aurora.