salaryAurora is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Denver to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$2,065
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$2,127
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$102,153
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$616,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
105.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$2,751
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$113
👥 People living there
179,898
718,877
Commute to work
27.2 min
24.9 min
College degree
38.5%
56.5%
Own their home
66.4%
48.8%
Below poverty line
9.5%
11.2%
Unemployment
5.8%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Denver for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Denver cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,887 a month there versus $2,065 in Denver.
What salary do I need in Denver to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $63,496 a year gives the same standard of living in Denver.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Denver?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $102,153 in Denver, 1% more in Denver.