salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in San Bernardino to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,087
$2,021
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,000
$1,659
💵 Families earn per year
$95,305
$72,707
🔑 Buying a house
$469,100
$422,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
106.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,457
$2,594
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$143
👥 People living there
394,432
222,724
Commute to work
28.6 min
29.7 min
College degree
33.6%
13.1%
Own their home
62.4%
50%
Below poverty line
11.9%
18.6%
Unemployment
5.9%
6.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick San Bernardino for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Aurora | San Bernardino | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $101,130 | $133,940 | +32% in San Bernardino |
| Market Research Analyst | $99,040 | $69,840 | -29% in San Bernardino |
| Operations Manager | $142,330 | $102,260 | -28% in San Bernardino |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,910 | $98,520 | +28% in San Bernardino |
| Nurse Practitioner | $134,040 | $169,920 | +27% in San Bernardino |
| Physician Assistant | $134,540 | $165,490 | +23% in San Bernardino |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,880 | $105,030 | -18% in San Bernardino |
| Accountant | $100,020 | $83,920 | -16% in San Bernardino |
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or San Bernardino cheaper to live in?
Aurora and San Bernardino cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in San Bernardino to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $60,374 a year gives the same standard of living in San Bernardino.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or San Bernardino?
The typical household earns $95,305 in Aurora and $72,707 in San Bernardino, 31% more in Aurora.