salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in St. Petersburg to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$2,044
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$1,875
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$81,095
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$371,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$2,463
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$175
👥 People living there
179,898
262,732
Commute to work
27.2 min
25.6 min
College degree
38.5%
42.6%
Own their home
66.4%
62.8%
Below poverty line
9.5%
12.5%
Unemployment
5.8%
4.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick St. Petersburg for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or St. Petersburg cheaper to live in?
Aurora and St. Petersburg cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in St. Petersburg to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $60,559 a year gives the same standard of living in St. Petersburg.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or St. Petersburg?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $81,095 in St. Petersburg, 25% more in Aurora.