salaryAurora is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Baltimore to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$1,619
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$1,479
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$67,058
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$229,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
104.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$3,354
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$157
👥 People living there
179,898
573,243
Commute to work
27.2 min
29.1 min
College degree
38.5%
36.1%
Own their home
66.4%
47.5%
Below poverty line
9.5%
19.7%
Unemployment
5.8%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Baltimore for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Baltimore cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,887 a month there versus $1,619 in Baltimore.
What salary do I need in Baltimore to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $62,719 a year gives the same standard of living in Baltimore.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Baltimore?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $67,058 in Baltimore, 51% more in Aurora.