salaryAurora is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Vancouver to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$1,894
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$1,788
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$87,723
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$462,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
105.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$3,899
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$105
👥 People living there
179,898
195,300
Commute to work
27.2 min
23.2 min
College degree
38.5%
32.3%
Own their home
66.4%
50.8%
Below poverty line
9.5%
10.2%
Unemployment
5.8%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
- Pick Vancouver for shorter commutes, lower unemployment.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Vancouver cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,887 a month there versus $1,894 in Vancouver.
What salary do I need in Vancouver to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $63,279 a year gives the same standard of living in Vancouver.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Vancouver?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $87,723 in Vancouver, 15% more in Aurora.