salaryAurora is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Worcester to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,887
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$149
👥 People living there
179,898
207,055
Commute to work
27.2 min
24.1 min
College degree
38.5%
35.2%
Own their home
66.4%
42.8%
Below poverty line
9.5%
19.6%
Unemployment
5.8%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for lower rent, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Worcester for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,887 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $61,540 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Worcester?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $75,605 in Worcester, 34% more in Aurora.