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Aurora Springs, MO

Missouri

Aurora Springs is a small town in Missouri with a population of 341. Residents earn $75,573 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
341 Population 793/sq mi density
$75,573 Median Income $20,228 per capita
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$75,573 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
49.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,573
1% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.1%
46% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.8%
173% higher than US avg

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

People

Population341
Median Age26.1 yrs
Density793/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$75,573
Per Capita$20,228
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty33.8%
Commute25 min

Health

Obesity35.1%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking17.7%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation912 ft (278 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.1%
High School+95.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute25 min
Broadband68.0%

Is Aurora Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aurora Springs receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Aurora Springs 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 Springs is $75,573, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 33.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Aurora Springs has a population of 341 with a density of 793 people per square mile. The median age is 26.1 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.6%), with 12.3% Black.

Population

341
Total Population
793
People / sq mi
26.1yrs
Median Age
33% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Aurora Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Aurora Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aurora Springs is $75,573, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 33.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Aurora Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,573
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$20,228

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate33.8%
173% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

In Aurora Springs, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 17.7% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.0%
COPD7.3%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.7%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity27.4%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Checkup Rate70.9%
Dental Visits51.4%

Food & Exercise

49.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 68.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.1%
46% above US avg
High School+95.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density793/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

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