salaryAurora is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tempe to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$146
👥 People living there
179,898
188,065
Commute to work
27.2 min
20.9 min
College degree
38.5%
50%
Own their home
66.4%
42.3%
Below poverty line
9.5%
15.8%
Unemployment
5.8%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick Tempe for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,887 a month there versus $1,953 in Tempe.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $62,016 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Tempe?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $85,917 in Tempe, 18% more in Aurora.