salaryAurora is 13% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in New York to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$2,806
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$2,016
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$86,801
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$777,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
112.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$6,547
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$132
👥 People living there
179,898
8,483,844
Commute to work
27.2 min
40.3 min
College degree
38.5%
41.6%
Own their home
66.4%
32.8%
Below poverty line
9.5%
17.9%
Unemployment
5.8%
8%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick New York for a more educated workforce.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or New York cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,887 a month there versus $2,806 in New York.
What salary do I need in New York to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $67,566 a year gives the same standard of living in New York.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or New York?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $86,801 in New York, 16% more in Aurora.