salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Raleigh to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$1,822
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$1,658
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$92,099
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$415,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
98.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$3,048
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$133
👥 People living there
179,898
481,031
Commute to work
27.2 min
23 min
College degree
38.5%
54%
Own their home
66.4%
50.7%
Below poverty line
9.5%
11.9%
Unemployment
5.8%
4.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for higher incomes, cheaper homes, less poverty.
- Pick Raleigh for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Raleigh cheaper to live in?
Aurora and Raleigh cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Raleigh to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $58,919 a year gives the same standard of living in Raleigh.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Raleigh?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $92,099 in Raleigh, 10% more in Aurora.