Median Income $51,000

32% lower than US avg

Home Value $93,300

67% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 20.6%

39% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.0%

21% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.9%

36% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 17.1%

38% higher than US avg

How Aurora Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population178

Median Age31.8 yrs

Density336/mi²

Male / Female46% / 54%

Largest GroupWhite 92%

Veterans6.2%

Economy

Median Income$51,000

Per Capita$25,229

Unemployment4.9%

Poverty17.1%

County GDP$1,087M

Commute24 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$93,300

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$222,975

Housing Units86

Health

Obesity39.0%

Uninsured7.6%

Smoking16.9%

Depression21.7%

Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain38.7 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation1,132 ft (345 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+20.6%

High School+90.2%

Graduate+1.7%

School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%

Commute24 min

Broadband68.0%

Libraries6

Is Aurora a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aurora receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Aurora offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Aurora is $51,000, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Aurora is $93,300, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Aurora has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Aurora has a population of 178 with a density of 336 people per square mile. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

178

Total Population

336

People / sq mi

31.8yrs

Median Age

18% below US avg

0.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%

Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Aurora vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	94.8%
	21% above US avg
Spanish	5.2%
	61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Aurora vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aurora is $51,000, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Aurora vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$51,000
	32% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$25,229
Avg Weekly Wage	$962
IRS Avg AGI	$76,868

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.9%
	36% above US avg
Poverty Rate	17.1%
	38% above US avg
Establishments (County)	638
County GDP	$1,087M

Business (County)

Restaurants	37
Healthcare	44
Retail	72
Manufacturing	33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,750
	7% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	4.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.4 min
Drive Alone	79.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Aurora is $93,300, 67% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $222,975.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$93,300
	67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$222,975

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$738
1 Bedroom	$788
2 Bedrooms	$989
3 Bedrooms	$1,282
4 Bedrooms	$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	97.1%
Housing Units	86
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,750
	7% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.02%

In Aurora, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 21.7% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Aurora vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.0%
	21% above US avg
Diabetes	9.8%
Heart Disease	6.0%
High Blood Pressure	31.9%
Asthma	10.1%
COPD	6.4%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.9%
	21% above US avg
Binge Drinking	23.9%
Physical Inactivity	24.1%
Depression	21.7%
Mental Distress	17.9%
Physical Distress	12.4%
Short Sleep	37.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	97.5%
Uninsured	7.6%
	12% below US avg
Checkup Rate	74.8%
Dental Visits	63.6%
Premature Death	5,284/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.0/10
Exercise Access	67.1%
Healthcare Facilities	44

Aurora has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	45.4°F
	16% below US avg
January Average	16°F (-9°C)
July Average	71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	38.7 inches
	2% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,132 ft (345 m)
Area	0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density	336/sq mi
Coordinates	42.6194°N, 91.7295°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	19019

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 20.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.2-point margin. 68.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.4%

D 35.2%

Winner: Republican by 28.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	20.6%
	39% below US avg
High School+	90.2%
Graduate Degree+	1.7%
School Test Score	5.73

C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	336/sq mi
Total Area	0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	68.0%
Public Libraries	6
Healthcare Facilities	44
Restaurants	37
Retail Stores	72

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.4 min
Drive Alone	79.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.1%

Aurora, IA

How Aurora Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Aurora a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Aurora vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Aurora vs U.S. Average

Income: Aurora vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Aurora vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities