salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Houston to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$1,533
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$1,499
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$69,901
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$277,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
98.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$4,198
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$157
👥 People living there
179,898
2,328,253
Commute to work
27.2 min
27.2 min
College degree
38.5%
36.6%
Own their home
66.4%
42.1%
Below poverty line
9.5%
19.9%
Unemployment
5.8%
6.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for higher incomes, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Houston for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Houston cheaper to live in?
Aurora and Houston cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Houston to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $59,202 a year gives the same standard of living in Houston.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Houston?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $69,901 in Houston, 44% more in Aurora.