salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Denver to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,087
$2,065
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,000
$2,127
💵 Families earn per year
$95,305
$102,153
🔑 Buying a house
$469,100
$616,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
105.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,457
$2,751
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$113
👥 People living there
394,432
718,877
Commute to work
28.6 min
24.9 min
College degree
33.6%
56.5%
Own their home
62.4%
48.8%
Below poverty line
11.9%
11.2%
Unemployment
5.9%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Denver for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Aurora | Denver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $101,130 | $101,130 | 0% in Denver |
| Nurse Practitioner | $134,040 | $134,040 | 0% in Denver |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $75,810 | $75,810 | 0% in Denver |
| Nursing Assistant | $49,110 | $49,110 | 0% in Denver |
| Medical Assistant | $49,700 | $49,700 | 0% in Denver |
| Pharmacist | $157,890 | $157,890 | 0% in Denver |
| Physician Assistant | $134,540 | $134,540 | 0% in Denver |
| Dental Hygienist | $113,760 | $113,760 | 0% in Denver |
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Denver cheaper to live in?
Aurora and Denver cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Denver to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $60,000 a year gives the same standard of living in Denver.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Denver?
The typical household earns $95,305 in Aurora and $102,153 in Denver, 7% more in Denver.