Aurora is 7% 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
$2,566
$2,087
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,395
$2,000
💵 Families earn per year
$102,702
$95,305
🔑 Buying a house
$831,200
$469,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
105.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,363
$2,457
⚡ Electric bill per month
$152
$141
👥 People living there
344,521
394,432
Commute to work
27.4 min
28.6 min
College degree
29.7%
33.6%
Own their home
46.2%
62.4%
Below poverty line
12.4%
11.9%
Unemployment
5.8%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Anaheim for higher incomes, shorter commutes, lower unemployment.
- Pick Aurora for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anaheim | Aurora | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $101,130 | -25% in Aurora |
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,860 | $76,910 | -24% in Aurora |
| Market Research Analyst | $82,990 | $99,040 | +19% in Aurora |
| Nurse Practitioner | $161,470 | $134,040 | -17% in Aurora |
| Physician Assistant | $161,890 | $134,540 | -17% in Aurora |
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $101,970 | -16% in Aurora |
| Software Developer | $160,920 | $137,610 | -14% in Aurora |
| Electrician | $73,810 | $63,150 | -14% in Aurora |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anaheim or Aurora cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,087 a month there versus $2,566 in Anaheim.
What salary do I need in Aurora to match $60,000 in Anaheim?
About $55,888 a year gives the same standard of living in Aurora.
Where do people earn more, Anaheim or Aurora?
The typical household earns $102,702 in Anaheim and $95,305 in Aurora, 8% more in Anaheim.