salaryAurora is 8% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Miami to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,087
$2,538
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,000
$1,983
💵 Families earn per year
$95,305
$67,365
🔑 Buying a house
$469,100
$518,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
114.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,457
$4,586
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$133
👥 People living there
394,432
459,745
Commute to work
28.6 min
27.3 min
College degree
33.6%
37.4%
Own their home
62.4%
30.8%
Below poverty line
11.9%
19.4%
Unemployment
5.9%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for lower rent, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Miami for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Aurora | Miami | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $113,760 | $82,780 | -27% in Miami |
| Operations Manager | $142,330 | $105,640 | -26% in Miami |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,910 | $58,300 | -24% in Miami |
| Nursing Assistant | $49,110 | $38,010 | -23% in Miami |
| Police Officer | $101,970 | $79,840 | -22% in Miami |
| Carpenter | $64,910 | $51,570 | -21% in Miami |
| Market Research Analyst | $99,040 | $78,990 | -20% in Miami |
| Civil Engineer | $104,710 | $83,750 | -20% in Miami |
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Miami cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,087 a month there versus $2,538 in Miami.
What salary do I need in Miami to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $64,749 a year gives the same standard of living in Miami.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Miami?
The typical household earns $95,305 in Aurora and $67,365 in Miami, 41% more in Aurora.