salaryAurora is 9% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$96
👥 People living there
179,898
681,294
Commute to work
27.2 min
30 min
College degree
38.5%
64.2%
Own their home
66.4%
41.5%
Below poverty line
9.5%
15.4%
Unemployment
5.8%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Washington cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,887 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $65,358 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Washington?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $118,495 in Washington, 15% more in Washington.