salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Vancouver to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,087
$1,894
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,000
$1,788
💵 Families earn per year
$95,305
$87,723
🔑 Buying a house
$469,100
$462,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
105.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,457
$3,899
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$105
👥 People living there
394,432
195,300
Commute to work
28.6 min
23.2 min
College degree
33.6%
32.3%
Own their home
62.4%
50.8%
Below poverty line
11.9%
10.2%
Unemployment
5.9%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Vancouver for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Aurora | Vancouver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $63,150 | $105,090 | +66% in Vancouver |
| Plumber | $63,900 | $101,010 | +58% in Vancouver |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $39,650 | $54,780 | +38% in Vancouver |
| Registered Nurse | $101,130 | $130,310 | +29% in Vancouver |
| Physician Assistant | $134,540 | $163,810 | +22% in Vancouver |
| Nurse Practitioner | $134,040 | $158,890 | +19% in Vancouver |
| Operations Manager | $142,330 | $121,050 | -15% in Vancouver |
| Market Research Analyst | $99,040 | $85,350 | -14% in Vancouver |
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Vancouver cheaper to live in?
Aurora and Vancouver cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Vancouver to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $59,795 a year gives the same standard of living in Vancouver.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Vancouver?
The typical household earns $95,305 in Aurora and $87,723 in Vancouver, 9% more in Aurora.