salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Chandler to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,087
$2,070
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,000
$1,967
💵 Families earn per year
$95,305
$116,580
🔑 Buying a house
$469,100
$507,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,457
$2,258
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$177
👥 People living there
394,432
280,136
Commute to work
28.6 min
23.9 min
College degree
33.6%
47.7%
Own their home
62.4%
65%
Below poverty line
11.9%
7.9%
Unemployment
5.9%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for cheaper homes.
- Pick Chandler for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Aurora | Chandler | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $142,330 | $98,610 | -31% in Chandler |
| Firefighter | $87,980 | $61,780 | -30% in Chandler |
| Market Research Analyst | $99,040 | $74,590 | -25% in Chandler |
| Lawyer | $177,380 | $135,670 | -24% in Chandler |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,910 | $59,180 | -23% in Chandler |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $39,650 | $47,530 | +20% in Chandler |
| Accountant | $100,020 | $80,820 | -19% in Chandler |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,880 | $103,770 | -19% in Chandler |
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Chandler cheaper to live in?
Aurora and Chandler cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Chandler to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $58,601 a year gives the same standard of living in Chandler.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Chandler?
The typical household earns $95,305 in Aurora and $116,580 in Chandler, 18% more in Chandler.