salaryAurora is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Philadelphia to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$1,814
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$1,623
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$66,816
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$243,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
102.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$2,003
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$112
👥 People living there
179,898
1,579,706
Commute to work
27.2 min
31.7 min
College degree
38.5%
35.4%
Own their home
66.4%
51.8%
Below poverty line
9.5%
21.4%
Unemployment
5.8%
8.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Philadelphia for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Philadelphia cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,887 a month there versus $1,814 in Philadelphia.
What salary do I need in Philadelphia to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $61,558 a year gives the same standard of living in Philadelphia.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Philadelphia?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $66,816 in Philadelphia, 51% more in Aurora.