salaryAustin is 7% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Austin to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,087
$1,932
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,000
$1,941
💵 Families earn per year
$95,305
$101,010
🔑 Buying a house
$469,100
$555,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
98.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,457
$8,024
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$134
👥 People living there
394,432
979,539
Commute to work
28.6 min
23.7 min
College degree
33.6%
59.6%
Own their home
62.4%
43.4%
Below poverty line
11.9%
12%
Unemployment
5.9%
4.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for cheaper homes, less poverty.
- Pick Austin for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Aurora | Austin | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $87,980 | $58,830 | -33% in Austin |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $39,650 | $27,260 | -31% in Austin |
| Carpenter | $64,910 | $50,260 | -23% in Austin |
| Nursing Assistant | $49,110 | $38,550 | -22% in Austin |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,910 | $61,270 | -20% in Austin |
| Police Officer | $101,970 | $82,290 | -19% in Austin |
| Market Research Analyst | $99,040 | $80,460 | -19% in Austin |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,880 | $104,590 | -18% in Austin |
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Austin cheaper to live in?
Austin is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,932 a month there versus $2,087 in Aurora.
What salary do I need in Austin to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $55,623 a year gives the same standard of living in Austin.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Austin?
The typical household earns $95,305 in Aurora and $101,010 in Austin, 6% more in Austin.