salaryAurora 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
$1,887
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$1,778
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$100,983
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$274,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
100.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$6,263
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$117
👥 People living there
397,742
179,898
Commute to work
26.6 min
27.2 min
College degree
32.6%
38.5%
Own their home
54.3%
66.4%
Below poverty line
12.9%
9.5%
Unemployment
5.7%
5.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes and 1 more.
- Pick Aurora for higher incomes, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Aurora cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,887 a month there versus $1,648 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Aurora to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $58,177 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 $100,983 in Aurora, 20% more in Aurora.