salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Austin to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$1,932
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$1,941
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$101,010
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$555,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
98.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$8,024
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$134
👥 People living there
179,898
979,539
Commute to work
27.2 min
23.7 min
College degree
38.5%
59.6%
Own their home
66.4%
43.4%
Below poverty line
9.5%
12%
Unemployment
5.8%
4.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Austin for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Austin cheaper to live in?
Aurora and Austin cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Austin to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $58,864 a year gives the same standard of living in Austin.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Austin?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $101,010 in Austin, 0% more in Austin.