salaryGlendale is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Glendale to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,087
$1,864
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,000
$1,633
💵 Families earn per year
$95,305
$79,302
🔑 Buying a house
$469,100
$387,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
100.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,457
$1,612
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$191
👥 People living there
394,432
252,833
Commute to work
28.6 min
27.7 min
College degree
33.6%
24.3%
Own their home
62.4%
57.2%
Below poverty line
11.9%
15.1%
Unemployment
5.9%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
- Pick Glendale for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Glendale cheaper to live in?
Glendale is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,864 a month there versus $2,087 in Aurora.
What salary do I need in Glendale to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $57,104 a year gives the same standard of living in Glendale.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Glendale?
The typical household earns $95,305 in Aurora and $79,302 in Glendale, 20% more in Aurora.