salaryAurora is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Dallas to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$1,760
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$1,691
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$76,054
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$320,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$5,075
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$160
👥 People living there
179,898
1,307,930
Commute to work
27.2 min
25.7 min
College degree
38.5%
38.2%
Own their home
66.4%
42.4%
Below poverty line
9.5%
16.7%
Unemployment
5.8%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for higher incomes, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick Dallas for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Dallas cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,887 a month there versus $1,760 in Dallas.
What salary do I need in Dallas to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $61,880 a year gives the same standard of living in Dallas.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Dallas?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $76,054 in Dallas, 33% more in Aurora.