salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Baltimore to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,087
$1,619
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,000
$1,479
💵 Families earn per year
$95,305
$67,058
🔑 Buying a house
$469,100
$229,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
104.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,457
$3,354
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$157
👥 People living there
394,432
573,243
Commute to work
28.6 min
29.1 min
College degree
33.6%
36.1%
Own their home
62.4%
47.5%
Below poverty line
11.9%
19.7%
Unemployment
5.9%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for higher incomes, shorter commutes, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Baltimore for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Aurora | Baltimore | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $177,380 | $132,400 | -25% in Baltimore |
| Police Officer | $101,970 | $76,530 | -25% in Baltimore |
| Market Research Analyst | $99,040 | $74,620 | -25% in Baltimore |
| Operations Manager | $142,330 | $117,040 | -18% in Baltimore |
| Firefighter | $87,980 | $73,810 | -16% in Baltimore |
| Restaurant Cook | $44,370 | $37,420 | -16% in Baltimore |
| Accountant | $100,020 | $85,160 | -15% in Baltimore |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,880 | $108,980 | -15% in Baltimore |
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Baltimore cheaper to live in?
Aurora and Baltimore cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Baltimore to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $59,265 a year gives the same standard of living in Baltimore.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Baltimore?
The typical household earns $95,305 in Aurora and $67,058 in Baltimore, 42% more in Aurora.