Aurora, CO Local Data & Statistics

State: CO

Total population: 394,432 Household income: $88,368 Rent: $1,835

Overview

Total population

394,432

Rent

$1,835

Year built

1985

Household income

$88,368

Per capita income

$42,105

Poverty rate

11.9%

Unemployment rate

4.6%

Household size

2.7 persons

Rent over 30% of income

58.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Colorado

Total population

394,432

Adults over 25

263,093

Total households

145,310

Household size

2.7 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$88,368

Per capita income

$42,105

Poverty rate

11.9%

Unemployment rate

4.6%

Rent over 30% of income

58.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,835

Year built

1985

Households that rent

37.6%

Households that own

62.4%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.4

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

45.6%

Black

15.9%

Asian

6.1%

Two or more races

18.4%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

31.4%

Not Hispanic or Latino

68.6%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

83.5%

Commute time to work

29 mins

Work from home

16.5%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

32%

High school graduate or GED

23.4%

Some college or associate degree

11%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

33.6%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Aurora, CO with: Colorado United States

Aurora, CO

Total population394,432

Rent$1,835

Year built1985

Household income$88,368

Per capita income$42,105

Poverty rate11.9%

Unemployment rate4.6%

Colorado State

Total population5,862,189

Rent$1,761

Year built1988

Household income$95,470

Per capita income$52,636

Poverty rate9.4%

Unemployment rate4.3%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityAurora, CO	StateColorado	CountryUnited States
Total population	394,432	5,862,189	334,922,499
Rent	$1,835	$1,761	$1,413
Year built	1985	1988	1980
Household income	$88,368	$95,470	$80,734
Per capita income	$42,105	$52,636	$44,673
Poverty rate	11.9%	9.4%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	4.6%	4.3%	4%

View the complete comparison of Aurora, CO, Colorado and United States →

Summary for Aurora, CO

Aurora is located in Colorado.

Rent & Income

In Aurora, the typical monthly rent is $1,835 and the typical household income is $88,368. Rent here is similar to Colorado and higher than the U.S., and household income is lower than Colorado and higher than the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 11.9%, which is higher than the Colorado rate and similar to the national rate.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 37.6% of households. About 58.1% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is moderate, with about 33.6% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 4.6%, which is higher than both Colorado and the national rate.

Aurora, CO — Rent vs Household Income

Aurora, CO — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Aurora, CO compares in Colorado (19 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,835	10 / 19	from lower rent	$1,082 – $2,148
Household income	$88,368	12 / 19	from higher income	$56,664 – $145,197
Poverty rate	11.9%	15 / 19	from lower poverty	3.3% – 21.5%
Unemployment rate	4.6%	12 / 19	from lower unemployment	3.9% – 6.6%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Colorado with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Aurora, CO

Rent

In rent comparisons, Aurora comes in 10th out of 19 large places. Across Colorado, rents vary from $1,082 in Pueblo, CO to $2,148 in Centennial, CO.

Household income

For median household income, Aurora is ranked 12th out of 19 large areas. Statewide incomes span from $56,664 in Pueblo, CO to $145,197 in Castle Rock, CO.

Poverty rate

Looking at poverty, Aurora ranks 15th out of 19 large places. Statewide poverty rates range from 3.3% in Centennial, CO to 21.5% in Boulder, CO.

Unemployment rate

In terms of unemployment, Aurora is ranked 12th out of 19 major areas. Across Colorado, rates go from 3.9% in Fort Collins, CO up to 6.6% in Pueblo, CO.

💰 Rent in Aurora, CO (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,835 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Aurora, CO

Annual Household Income: $88,368

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Aurora, CO

Estimated Rate: 11.9%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Aurora, CO

In Aurora, CO, households that rent: 54,627 (37.6%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	54,627	37.6%
Owner-Occupied	90,683	62.4%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Aurora, CO

In Aurora, CO, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 31,712 (58.1%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	31,712	58.1%
Other renter households	22,915	41.9%
Total renter households	54,627	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Aurora, CO

Less than High School: 84,078 people (32%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 61,466 people (23.4%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 29,024 people (11%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 88,525 people (33.6%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 263,093

📊 Unemployment Rate in Aurora, CO

Estimated Rate: 4.6%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

Similar Population

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.