Aurora, CO vs Denver, CO

Aurora is moderately more affordable than Denver, with a 8.6% lower cost of living index. Aurora scores 127 compared to 139 for Denver, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Denver can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Aurora is $1,759/month compared to $1,770/month in Denver — a 1% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Aurora is more affordable at $444,500 median vs $586,700.

Median household income in Aurora is $84,320 compared to $91,681 in Denver (-8%). The higher salaries in Denver partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Aurora spend roughly 25% of their income on rent, more than the 23.2% in Denver.