salaryAurora is 7% 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
$2,597
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,000
$2,498
💵 Families earn per year
$95,305
$95,332
🔑 Buying a house
$469,100
$1,102,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,457
$6,679
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$174
👥 People living there
394,432
190,748
Commute to work
28.6 min
27.1 min
College degree
33.6%
47.2%
Own their home
62.4%
35.2%
Below poverty line
11.9%
12.9%
Unemployment
5.9%
8.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Glendale for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Aurora | Glendale | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $101,130 | $135,560 | +34% in Glendale |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,910 | $101,860 | +32% in Glendale |
| Nurse Practitioner | $134,040 | $161,470 | +20% in Glendale |
| Physician Assistant | $134,540 | $161,890 | +20% in Glendale |
| Police Officer | $101,970 | $121,980 | +20% in Glendale |
| Software Developer | $137,610 | $160,920 | +17% in Glendale |
| Electrician | $63,150 | $73,810 | +17% in Glendale |
| Carpenter | $64,910 | $75,740 | +17% in Glendale |
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Glendale cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,087 a month there versus $2,597 in Glendale.
What salary do I need in Glendale to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $64,415 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 $95,332 in Glendale, 0% more in Glendale.