Cost of Living in Aurora, CO
Population: 390,201 • 2026 Data
$84,320
Median Household Income
+9% vs national
$1,759
Median Monthly Rent
+30% vs national
$444,500
Median Home Value
+31% vs national
5.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Aurora
The median home value in Aurora, CO is $444,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,759, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,762.
Rent-to-income ratio: 25.0%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Aurora, CO is $84,320. The unemployment rate stands at 5.6%, with a labor force of 219,919 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.