salaryNew Orleans is 7% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in New Orleans to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$1,508
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$1,391
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$61,077
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$315,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$2,606
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$196
👥 People living there
179,898
371,853
Commute to work
27.2 min
22.6 min
College degree
38.5%
42.4%
Own their home
66.4%
51.2%
Below poverty line
9.5%
22.6%
Unemployment
5.8%
7.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for higher incomes, cheaper homes, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick New Orleans for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or New Orleans cheaper to live in?
New Orleans is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,508 a month there versus $1,887 in Aurora.
What salary do I need in New Orleans to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $55,582 a year gives the same standard of living in New Orleans.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or New Orleans?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $61,077 in New Orleans, 65% more in Aurora.