salaryAurora is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Plano to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$2,010
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$2,058
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$121,065
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$465,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$6,700
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$176
👥 People living there
179,898
290,594
Commute to work
27.2 min
25.4 min
College degree
38.5%
60.5%
Own their home
66.4%
56.9%
Below poverty line
9.5%
6.8%
Unemployment
5.8%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Plano for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Plano cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,887 a month there versus $2,010 in Plano.
What salary do I need in Plano to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $61,880 a year gives the same standard of living in Plano.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Plano?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $121,065 in Plano, 17% more in Plano.