salaryAurora is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Minneapolis to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$1,649
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$1,805
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$87,192
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
104.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$4,339
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$91
👥 People living there
179,898
427,246
Commute to work
27.2 min
22 min
College degree
38.5%
55.5%
Own their home
66.4%
47.7%
Below poverty line
9.5%
16%
Unemployment
5.8%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Minneapolis for lower rent, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Minneapolis cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,887 a month there versus $1,649 in Minneapolis.
What salary do I need in Minneapolis to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $62,920 a year gives the same standard of living in Minneapolis.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Minneapolis?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $87,192 in Minneapolis, 16% more in Aurora.