salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Richmond to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$1,644
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$1,520
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$69,657
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$353,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$3,150
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$141
👥 People living there
179,898
229,359
Commute to work
27.2 min
21.7 min
College degree
38.5%
45.6%
Own their home
66.4%
43.5%
Below poverty line
9.5%
18.2%
Unemployment
5.8%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for higher incomes, cheaper homes, less poverty.
- Pick Richmond for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Richmond cheaper to live in?
Aurora and Richmond cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Richmond to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $58,739 a year gives the same standard of living in Richmond.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Richmond?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $69,657 in Richmond, 45% more in Aurora.