salaryAmarillo is 9% 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
$1,219
$1,887
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,778
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$100,983
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$274,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
100.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$6,263
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$117
👥 People living there
201,885
179,898
Commute to work
19.6 min
27.2 min
College degree
26.6%
38.5%
Own their home
59.7%
66.4%
Below poverty line
15.8%
9.5%
Unemployment
3.4%
5.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Aurora for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Aurora cheaper to live in?
Amarillo is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,219 a month there versus $1,887 in Aurora.
What salary do I need in Aurora to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $65,318 a year gives the same standard of living in Aurora.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Aurora?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $100,983 in Aurora, 30% more in Aurora.