Grand Rapids, Michigan vs. Aurora, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Aurora, Colorado is 32.8% more expensive than Grand Rapids, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $66,425 in Aurora, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Aurora, Colorado is more expensive than Grand Rapids, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
84% more expensive in Aurora
than in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Grand Rapids, MI vs. Aurora, CO
Compared to Grand Rapids, Aurora is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  4.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  98.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.8% lower
  Commute
  27.9% higher
  Health
  5.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.2% higher