Aurora, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Aurora is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 304. Residents earn $55,296 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
304 Population 144/sq mi density
$55,296 Median Income $25,238 per capita
52°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$55,296 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,296
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.0%
102% higher than US avg

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

People

Population304
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density144/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$55,296
Per Capita$25,238
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty25.0%
County GDP$1,012M
Commute38 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$121,145
Housing Units107

Health

Obesity37.1%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking21.4%
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain57.3 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation2,615 ft (797 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+95.2%
Graduate+4.8%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 20%
Commute38 min
Broadband86.8%
Libraries2

Is Aurora a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aurora receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Aurora has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Aurora is $55,296, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 25.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Aurora experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.3 inches, including 56.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Aurora has a population of 304 with a density of 144 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

304
Total Population
144
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.3%
Female 44.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Aurora vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Aurora vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aurora is $55,296, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Aurora vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,296
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,238
Avg Weekly Wage$1,065
IRS Avg AGI$58,346

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.0%
102% above US avg
Establishments (County)884
County GDP$1,012M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare53
Retail78
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,185
38% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.1 min
Drive Alone73.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $121,145.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$121,145

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$714
1 Bedroom$766
2 Bedrooms$945
3 Bedrooms$1,231
4 Bedrooms$1,380

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.0%
Housing Units107
Median Year Built1941

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,185
38% below US avg
In Aurora, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. 21.4% are current smokers. 28.4% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure39.4%
Asthma10.3%
COPD8.6%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.4%
53% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression28.4%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits55.5%
Premature Death11,315/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access45.3%
Healthcare Facilities53
Aurora has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.3 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.3 inches
51% above US avg
Snowfall56.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,615 ft (797 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density144/sq mi
Coordinates39.3254°N, 79.5546°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54077
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57-point margin. 86.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.5%
D 20.5%

Winner: Republican by 57 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.8%
62% below US avg
High School+95.2%
Graduate Degree+4.8%
School Test Score4.81
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density144/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants31
Retail Stores78

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.1 min
Drive Alone73.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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