salaryArlington is 3% 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
$1,648
$2,087
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$2,000
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$95,305
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$469,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
105.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$2,457
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$141
👥 People living there
397,742
394,432
Commute to work
26.6 min
28.6 min
College degree
32.6%
33.6%
Own their home
54.3%
62.4%
Below poverty line
12.9%
11.9%
Unemployment
5.7%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Aurora for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Aurora | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $39,650 | +64% in Aurora |
| Firefighter | $64,900 | $87,980 | +36% in Aurora |
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $64,910 | +33% in Aurora |
| Market Research Analyst | $75,240 | $99,040 | +32% in Aurora |
| Operations Manager | $111,010 | $142,330 | +28% in Aurora |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,530 | $49,110 | +27% in Aurora |
| Cashier | $29,910 | $37,620 | +26% in Aurora |
| Restaurant Cook | $36,490 | $44,370 | +22% in Aurora |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Aurora cheaper to live in?
Arlington is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,648 a month there versus $2,087 in Aurora.
What salary do I need in Aurora to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $61,567 a year gives the same standard of living in Aurora.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Aurora?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $95,305 in Aurora, 15% more in Aurora.