Median Income
$101,490
35% higher than US avg
Home Value
$334,500
19% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
55.7%
65% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$1,116
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
28.3%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.6%
79% lower than US avg
How East Aurora Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population5,997
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density2,389/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A+
Median Income$101,490
Per Capita$54,037
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$81,132M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$334,500
Rent$1,116
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$417,081
Health
Obesity28.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease4.1%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Elevation921 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+55.7%
High School+96.6%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 45% / D 55%
Commute25 min
EV Stations4
Libraries39
Is East Aurora a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, East Aurora receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. East 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 East Aurora is $101,490, which is significantly higher than the national average — 35% above $75,149. This places East Aurora among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in East Aurora is $334,500, 19% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,116 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
East Aurora is a highly educated community — 55.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
East Aurora experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 109.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
East Aurora has a population of 5,997 with a density of 2,389 people per square mile. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%).
Population
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
East Aurora vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.8% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.2% |
| 84% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
East Aurora vs U.S. Average
The median household income in East Aurora is $101,490, which is 35% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income: East Aurora vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $101,490 |
| 35% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $54,037 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,288 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $78,365 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.6% |
| 79% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 25,097 |
| County GDP | $81,132M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 2,341 |
| Healthcare | 2,652 |
| Retail | 3,140 |
| Manufacturing | 914 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,093 |
| 131% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.42% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.1 min |
| Work from Home | 23.5% |
The median home value in East Aurora is $334,500, 19% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,116 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $417,081.
Home Values
| Census Median | $334,500 |
| 19% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $417,081 |
| Median List Price | $435,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $435,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $142 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 127.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,116 |
| 4% below US avg |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,093 |
| 131% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.42% |
In East Aurora, 28.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 16.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: East Aurora vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 28.3% |
| 12% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 6.4% |
| Heart Disease | 4.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 24.3% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 4.2% |
| Stroke | 2.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 16.8% |
| Depression | 21.6% |
| Mental Distress | 15.1% |
| Physical Distress | 9.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 80.8% |
| Premature Death | 8,238/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,652 |
Crime Rates: East Aurora vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 52 |
Safety Score
East Aurora has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 46.5°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 44.1 inches |
| 16% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 109.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 921 ft (281 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,389/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.7668°N, 78.6170°W |
| County FIPS | 36029 |