salaryAurora is 16% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Oakland to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$2,511
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$2,352
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$109,576
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$929,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
115.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$8,575
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$127
👥 People living there
179,898
439,418
Commute to work
27.2 min
29.8 min
College degree
38.5%
48.7%
Own their home
66.4%
42.3%
Below poverty line
9.5%
13.4%
Unemployment
5.8%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Oakland for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Oakland cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 16% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,887 a month there versus $2,511 in Oakland.
What salary do I need in Oakland to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $69,397 a year gives the same standard of living in Oakland.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Oakland?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $109,576 in Oakland, 8% more in Oakland.