Aurora

Aurora, Illinois Overview

Aurora scores 54.8/100 overall (B), ranking #10 of 20 cities in Illinois — above the state composite of 52.0. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 79/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 6/100.

Income & Employment in Aurora

The median household income in Aurora is $89,658, 14% above the statewide median of $78,304. The local unemployment rate of 4.9% is higher than the state’s 4.6%. Population grew 0.6% recently.

Safety in Aurora

Aurora reports 316.3 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 393 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 1117.1 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Aurora

Aurora has a cost of living index of 102.6 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $260,400. Median monthly rent is $1,535. Renters spend 20.5% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Aurora

The adult obesity rate in Aurora is 35.9%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.4%. Residents report an average of 15.9 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Illinois ranks #21 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Aurora

The student-teacher ratio is 15.4:1. Local districts invest $17,111 per student, well above the national median. The city has 47 public schools serving 36,131 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Aurora

The annual average temperature in Aurora is 52.2°F. Summers average 72°F. Winters average 33.3°F. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches.

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