salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Boston to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,087
$3,112
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,000
$2,480
💵 Families earn per year
$95,305
$104,986
🔑 Buying a house
$469,100
$731,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
108.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,457
$4,456
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$113
👥 People living there
394,432
666,442
Commute to work
28.6 min
30.3 min
College degree
33.6%
54.9%
Own their home
62.4%
35.7%
Below poverty line
11.9%
16.6%
Unemployment
5.9%
6.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Boston for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Aurora | Boston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $63,900 | $96,760 | +51% in Boston |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,910 | $98,060 | +27% in Boston |
| Electrician | $63,150 | $79,910 | +27% in Boston |
| Police Officer | $101,970 | $78,180 | -23% in Boston |
| Software Developer | $137,610 | $166,090 | +21% in Boston |
| Firefighter | $87,980 | $73,990 | -16% in Boston |
| Carpenter | $64,910 | $75,210 | +16% in Boston |
| Pharmacist | $157,890 | $139,660 | -12% in Boston |
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Boston cheaper to live in?
Aurora and Boston cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Boston to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $61,409 a year gives the same standard of living in Boston.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Boston?
The typical household earns $95,305 in Aurora and $104,986 in Boston, 9% more in Boston.