salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Providence to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$126
👥 People living there
179,898
191,767
Commute to work
27.2 min
25 min
College degree
38.5%
34.6%
Own their home
66.4%
41.4%
Below poverty line
9.5%
20.7%
Unemployment
5.8%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for lower rent, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Providence for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Providence cheaper to live in?
Aurora and Providence cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $61,089 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Providence?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $73,466 in Providence, 37% more in Aurora.