Median Age
37 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
15%
Aurora, CO
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,376
Population
393,649
Renter Mix
40% Rent
The great Colorado outdoors with retailers and restaurants galore
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Living in Aurora, Colorado combines suburban comfort with convenient access to both city amenities and outdoor adventures. Located just east of Denver, Aurora features more than 100 parks and 6,000 acres of open space perfect for recreation. Residents can tee off at any of the city's six public golf courses or explore natural areas like the Morrison Nature Center at Star K Ranch. The Aurora and Quincy Reservoirs offer opportunities for fishing, boating, and hiking. Current rent trends show one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,430 monthly, representing a 4.9% decrease from the previous year, while two-bedroom units average $1,851, down 5% year-over-year.
Aurora's neighborhoods range from the developing City Center district to established communities like Aurora Highlands and Mission Viejo. The Anschutz Medical Campus serves as a major regional healthcare center, housing both the University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital. Shopping destinations include the Town Center at Aurora and Southlands mall, while the Stanley Marketplace, set in a renovated aviation manufacturing building, houses local shops and eateries. Along East Colfax Avenue, the Aurora Cultural Arts District features the historic Aurora Fox Theatre & Arts Center and The People's Building, which showcases performing arts throughout the year. The city's rich history dates to the 1880s when it was established as Fletcher, named after Denver businessman Donald Fletcher. After Fletcher departed during the Silver Crash of 1893, residents renamed the settlement Aurora in 1907.
Explore the City
The Fox Theatre is still an active spot to watch professional performances in North Aurora.
The Cherry Creek Regional Trail is a destination for bicyclists, runners, and dog walkers.
Cherry Creek State Park in Aurora offers a wide variety of water and land activities.
Aurora Reservoir is a destination for the local paddle-boarders.
The residents of Tallyn's Reach can head to the Southlands for an afternoon of shopping.
The 13th Ave RTD Station is just a mile west of Laredo Heights in Aurora, Colorado.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$74,845
Average: $97,254
Education
107,887
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
214,911
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Aurora has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
40%
Non-Renters
60%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
22%
Other Education
78%
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Aurora, CO is $1,263 for a studio, $1,375 for one bedroom, $1,777 for two bedrooms, and $2,553 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Aurora has decreased by -1.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,375/month
690 Sq Ft
House
$2,818/month
1,858 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,633/month
927 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,310/month
1,435 Sq Ft
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Getting Around
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Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-8
575 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
781 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
735 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
735 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
555 Students
Public
Grades K-8
575 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
781 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
735 Students
Aurora Science & Tech High School
Public
Grades 6-12
161 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
701 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,774 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
3,089 Students
Aurora Science & Tech High School
Public
Grades 6-12
161 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,109 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,051 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Plains Conservation Center
- Morrison Nature Center
- Del Mar Park
- Sand Creek Regional Greenway
- Cherry Creek State Park
Airports
- Denver International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.