salaryNorfolk is 7% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Norfolk to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,087
$1,628
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,000
$1,322
💵 Families earn per year
$95,305
$71,299
🔑 Buying a house
$469,100
$289,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,457
$2,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$147
👥 People living there
394,432
233,596
Commute to work
28.6 min
23 min
College degree
33.6%
33.5%
Own their home
62.4%
46.3%
Below poverty line
11.9%
16.5%
Unemployment
5.9%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
- Pick Norfolk for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Aurora | Norfolk | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $101,970 | $59,690 | -41% in Norfolk |
| Firefighter | $87,980 | $56,940 | -35% in Norfolk |
| Market Research Analyst | $99,040 | $69,560 | -30% in Norfolk |
| Operations Manager | $142,330 | $100,340 | -30% in Norfolk |
| Lawyer | $177,380 | $133,380 | -25% in Norfolk |
| Cashier | $37,620 | $29,320 | -22% in Norfolk |
| Customer Service Representative | $48,590 | $38,150 | -21% in Norfolk |
| Truck Driver | $63,900 | $50,460 | -21% in Norfolk |
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Norfolk cheaper to live in?
Norfolk is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,628 a month there versus $2,087 in Aurora.
What salary do I need in Norfolk to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $55,553 a year gives the same standard of living in Norfolk.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Norfolk?
The typical household earns $95,305 in Aurora and $71,299 in Norfolk, 34% more in Aurora.