salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Chesapeake to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$1,849
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$1,567
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$102,860
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$378,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$3,108
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$178
👥 People living there
179,898
252,583
Commute to work
27.2 min
25.8 min
College degree
38.5%
36.9%
Own their home
66.4%
74.4%
Below poverty line
9.5%
9.4%
Unemployment
5.8%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for cheaper homes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Chesapeake for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Chesapeake cheaper to live in?
Aurora and Chesapeake cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Chesapeake to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $58,789 a year gives the same standard of living in Chesapeake.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Chesapeake?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $102,860 in Chesapeake, 2% more in Chesapeake.