Aurora

Aurora, Colorado Overview

Aurora faces challenges across several categories, earning a C grade (48.5/100) and ranking #19 of 20 cities in Colorado. Even so, the city scores 64/100 in Health — a relative bright spot compared to its Safety score of 18/100.

Income & Employment in Aurora

The median household income in Aurora is $89,300, 2% below the statewide median of $91,340. The local unemployment rate of 4.3% is higher than the state’s 3.8%. Population grew 1.4% recently.

Safety in Aurora

With a violent crime rate of 959.3 per 100,000, Aurora exceeds the Colorado average of 413. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 3821.1 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Aurora

Aurora has a cost of living index of 105.5 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $444,500. Median monthly rent is $1,759. Renters spend 23.6% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Aurora

The adult obesity rate in Aurora is 29.1% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 9.5%. Residents report an average of 17.6 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Colorado ranks #17 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Aurora

The high school graduation rate in Aurora is 66.8%, below the national average and a challenge for the community. The student-teacher ratio is 17.2:1. Local districts invest $16,629 per student, well above the national median. The city has 103 public schools serving 71,609 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Aurora

The annual average temperature in Aurora is 49.5°F. Summers average 69.4°F. Winters average 28.7°F. Annual precipitation is 27.6 inches.

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