salaryAurora is 11% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Seattle to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$2,273
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$2,549
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$133,583
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$938,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
111.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$7,337
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$109
👥 People living there
179,898
754,195
Commute to work
27.2 min
26 min
College degree
38.5%
68.4%
Own their home
66.4%
43.7%
Below poverty line
9.5%
9.9%
Unemployment
5.8%
4.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Seattle for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Seattle cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,887 a month there versus $2,273 in Seattle.
What salary do I need in Seattle to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $66,708 a year gives the same standard of living in Seattle.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Seattle?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $133,583 in Seattle, 24% more in Seattle.