salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Las Vegas to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$1,806
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$1,614
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$79,676
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$427,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$2,065
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$159
👥 People living there
179,898
660,400
Commute to work
27.2 min
25.7 min
College degree
38.5%
27.7%
Own their home
66.4%
56.6%
Below poverty line
9.5%
14%
Unemployment
5.8%
7.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for higher incomes, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Las Vegas for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Las Vegas cheaper to live in?
Aurora and Las Vegas cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Las Vegas to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $60,154 a year gives the same standard of living in Las Vegas.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Las Vegas?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $79,676 in Las Vegas, 27% more in Aurora.