salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Paradise to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$1,532
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$1,510
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$63,836
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$384,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$1,553
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$142
👥 People living there
179,898
185,913
Commute to work
27.2 min
23.2 min
College degree
38.5%
24.1%
Own their home
66.4%
41.9%
Below poverty line
9.5%
17.6%
Unemployment
5.8%
9.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for higher incomes, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Paradise for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Paradise cheaper to live in?
Aurora and Paradise cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Paradise to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $60,154 a year gives the same standard of living in Paradise.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Paradise?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $63,836 in Paradise, 58% more in Aurora.