salaryAurora is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Chicago to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$1,983
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$1,622
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$84,017
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$334,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
103.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$4,943
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$90
👥 People living there
179,898
2,711,226
Commute to work
27.2 min
33.1 min
College degree
38.5%
44.3%
Own their home
66.4%
46%
Below poverty line
9.5%
16.8%
Unemployment
5.8%
8%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for lower rent, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Chicago for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, a more educated workforce.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Chicago cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,887 a month there versus $1,983 in Chicago.
What salary do I need in Chicago to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $62,183 a year gives the same standard of living in Chicago.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Chicago?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $84,017 in Chicago, 20% more in Aurora.