salaryAurora is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in St. Paul to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$1,443
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$1,553
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$79,155
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$294,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
104.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$3,822
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$143
👥 People living there
179,898
307,284
Commute to work
27.2 min
21.1 min
College degree
38.5%
43.8%
Own their home
66.4%
52.9%
Below poverty line
9.5%
15.6%
Unemployment
5.8%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for higher incomes, cheaper homes, less poverty.
- Pick St. Paul for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or St. Paul cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,887 a month there versus $1,443 in St. Paul.
What salary do I need in St. Paul to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $62,920 a year gives the same standard of living in St. Paul.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or St. Paul?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $79,155 in St. Paul, 28% more in Aurora.