Aurora, CO Census Data
The 3rd largest city in Colorado by population · 20 cities ranked
Aurora is the 3rd largest city in Colorado by population and ranks 14th of 20 for median household income. With 390,201 residents, its poverty rate of 11.2% ranks among the higher rates in Colorado. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
390,201
50.3% male · 49.7% female
Median Age
35.1
3.6 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$84,320
$5,782 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
32.9%
2.1% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 86.6%
Poverty Rate
11.2%
1.2% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 13.0%
Broadband Access
97.2%
7.5% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$444,500
Median rent: $1,759 · 63% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.7%
Labor force participation: 67.2%
Per Capita Income
$45,034
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
7.5%
Disability rate: 11.6%
How Aurora Compares to Other Colorado Cities
Rankings among all 20 Colorado cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 3rd of 20 | Top 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 14th of 20 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 15th of 20 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 16th of 20 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 16th of 20 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Aurora, CO Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Aurora, CO?
The population of Aurora, CO is 390,201 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 35.1 years.
What is the median household income in Aurora?
The median household income in Aurora, CO is $84,320, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $45,034.
What is the poverty rate in Aurora?
The poverty rate in Aurora, CO is 11.2%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 13.0% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Aurora residents have a college degree?
32.9% of adults (25+) in Aurora hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 86.6% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Aurora?
The median home value in Aurora, CO is $444,500. Median rent is $1,759 per month, with 63% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Aurora?
Aurora's population is 49.2% White, 15.8% Black, 30.7% Hispanic or Latino, and 6.0% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Aurora rank among Colorado cities?
Aurora is the 3rd largest city in Colorado by population, the 14th highest for median household income, the 15th lowest for poverty rate, the 16th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 20 ranked Colorado cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Aurora?
The unemployment rate in Aurora, CO is 5.7%, with a labor force participation rate of 67.2%. Per capita income is $45,034.
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