salaryAurora is 8% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Boston to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$3,112
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$2,480
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$104,986
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$731,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
108.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$4,456
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$113
👥 People living there
179,898
666,442
Commute to work
27.2 min
30.3 min
College degree
38.5%
54.9%
Own their home
66.4%
35.7%
Below poverty line
9.5%
16.6%
Unemployment
5.8%
6.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Boston for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Boston cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,887 a month there versus $3,112 in Boston.
What salary do I need in Boston to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $64,987 a year gives the same standard of living in Boston.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Boston?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $104,986 in Boston, 4% more in Boston.