salaryAurora is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Modesto to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$1,988
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$1,761
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$86,162
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$442,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
104.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$2,835
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$166
👥 People living there
179,898
219,215
Commute to work
27.2 min
30.2 min
College degree
38.5%
21.2%
Own their home
66.4%
58.9%
Below poverty line
9.5%
13.3%
Unemployment
5.8%
7.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for lower rent, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Modesto for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Modesto cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,887 a month there versus $1,988 in Modesto.
What salary do I need in Modesto to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $62,491 a year gives the same standard of living in Modesto.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Modesto?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $86,162 in Modesto, 17% more in Aurora.