salaryAurora is 13% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Newark to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$1,867
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$1,573
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$56,147
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$373,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
112.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$7,262
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$143
👥 People living there
179,898
310,178
Commute to work
27.2 min
32.6 min
College degree
38.5%
19.7%
Own their home
66.4%
24.4%
Below poverty line
9.5%
23.4%
Unemployment
5.8%
11.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for higher incomes, cheaper homes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Newark for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Newark cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,887 a month there versus $1,867 in Newark.
What salary do I need in Newark to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $67,566 a year gives the same standard of living in Newark.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Newark?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $56,147 in Newark, 80% more in Aurora.