salaryPhiladelphia is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Philadelphia to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,087
$1,814
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,000
$1,623
💵 Families earn per year
$95,305
$66,816
🔑 Buying a house
$469,100
$243,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
102.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,457
$2,003
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$112
👥 People living there
394,432
1,579,706
Commute to work
28.6 min
31.7 min
College degree
33.6%
35.4%
Own their home
62.4%
51.8%
Below poverty line
11.9%
21.4%
Unemployment
5.9%
8.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for higher incomes, shorter commutes, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Philadelphia for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Aurora | Philadelphia | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $99,040 | $79,420 | -20% in Philadelphia |
| Electrician | $63,150 | $74,590 | +18% in Philadelphia |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,880 | $105,050 | -18% in Philadelphia |
| Plumber | $63,900 | $74,860 | +17% in Philadelphia |
| Operations Manager | $142,330 | $121,630 | -15% in Philadelphia |
| Accountant | $100,020 | $85,990 | -14% in Philadelphia |
| Restaurant Cook | $44,370 | $38,270 | -14% in Philadelphia |
| Police Officer | $101,970 | $89,580 | -12% in Philadelphia |
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Philadelphia cheaper to live in?
Philadelphia is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,814 a month there versus $2,087 in Aurora.
What salary do I need in Philadelphia to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $58,169 a year gives the same standard of living in Philadelphia.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Philadelphia?
The typical household earns $95,305 in Aurora and $66,816 in Philadelphia, 43% more in Aurora.