Aurora is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Gilbert to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$2,270
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$2,096
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$132,171
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$575,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$2,417
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$194
👥 People living there
179,898
280,262
Commute to work
27.2 min
25.9 min
College degree
38.5%
48.2%
Own their home
66.4%
73.1%
Below poverty line
9.5%
5.3%
Unemployment
5.8%
3.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Gilbert for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Gilbert cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,887 a month there versus $2,270 in Gilbert.
What salary do I need in Gilbert to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $62,016 a year gives the same standard of living in Gilbert.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Gilbert?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $132,171 in Gilbert, 24% more in Gilbert.