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Aurora, NY

New York

Aurora is a small town in New York with a population of 672. Residents earn $81,875 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
672 Population 730/sq mi density
$81,875 Median Income $18,444 per capita
$275,000 Home Value $329,685 Zillow
$1,281 Median Rent 21.9% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$81,875 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$275,000 home value, $1,281/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
54.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,875
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $275,000
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 54.1%
61% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,281
10% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population672
Median Age21.4 yrs
Density730/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans3.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,875
Per Capita$18,444
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$2,064M
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$275,000
Rent$1,281
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$329,685
Housing Units196
Rent Burden21.9%

Health

Obesity34.2%
Uninsured5.6%
Smoking13.2%
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation479 ft (146 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+54.1%
High School+97.6%
Graduate+38.4%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute11 min
Broadband93.4%
EV Stations2
Libraries6

Is Aurora a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aurora receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Aurora stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Aurora is $81,875, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Aurora is $275,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,281 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Aurora is a highly educated community — 54.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Aurora experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches, including 56.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Aurora has a population of 672 with a density of 730 people per square mile. The median age is 21.4 years, 45% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.5%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 2.1% Black.

Population

672
Total Population
730
People / sq mi
21.4yrs
Median Age
45% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Aurora vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.2%
12% above US avg
Spanish11.8%
12% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Aurora vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aurora is $81,875, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Aurora vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,875
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$18,444
Avg Weekly Wage$1,219
IRS Avg AGI$64,931

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)765
County GDP$2,064M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare52
Retail150
Manufacturing53

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,548
116% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.3 min
Drive Alone43.8%
Public Transit4.5%
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Aurora is $275,000, 2% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,281 (10% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $329,685.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$275,000
2% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$329,685
Median List Price$662,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$662,000
$/Sq Ft$205
Homes Sold13
Sale-to-List Ratio100.1%
Price Drops9.5%
Inventory42

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,281
10% above US avg
Rent Burden21.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.3%
Housing Units196
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,548
116% above US avg
Effective Rate2.74%
In Aurora, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.6% of residents lack health insurance. 13.2% are current smokers. 21.4% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.2%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep36.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Uninsured5.6%
35% below US avg
Checkup Rate79.0%
Dental Visits68.2%
Premature Death7,640/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access62.8%
Healthcare Facilities52
Aurora has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.0 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.0 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall56.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation479 ft (146 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density730/sq mi
Coordinates42.7522°N, 76.6984°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 54.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.8-point margin. 93.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.9%
D 44.1%

Winner: Republican by 11.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+54.1%
61% above US avg
High School+97.6%
Graduate Degree+38.4%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density730/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.4%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants83
Retail Stores150

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.3 min
Drive Alone43.8%
Public Transit4.5%
Work from Home8.7%

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