Cost of Living in Aurora, IL
Population: 179,867 • 2026 Data
$90,109
Median Household Income
+16% vs national
$1,535
Median Monthly Rent
+14% vs national
$260,400
Median Home Value
-23% vs national
5.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Aurora
The median home value in Aurora, IL is $260,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,535, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,591.
Rent-to-income ratio: 20.4%. 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, IL is $90,109. The unemployment rate stands at 5.9%, with a labor force of 100,171 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.