Aurora is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Chandler to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$2,070
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$1,967
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$116,580
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$507,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$2,258
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$177
👥 People living there
179,898
280,136
Commute to work
27.2 min
23.9 min
College degree
38.5%
47.7%
Own their home
66.4%
65%
Below poverty line
9.5%
7.9%
Unemployment
5.8%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Chandler for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Chandler cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,887 a month there versus $2,070 in Chandler.
What salary do I need in Chandler to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $62,016 a year gives the same standard of living in Chandler.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Chandler?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $116,580 in Chandler, 13% more in Chandler.