Aurora, Colorado Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Aurora, Colorado is 390,201 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 52nd-largest city in the United States and the 3rd-largest in Colorado. The median household income is $84,320, the median home value is $444,500, and the median age is 35.1.
The population has grown 23.6% since 2010 (326,055 → 403,130).
390,201
Population
2378
People / sq mi
$84,320
Median Income
$444,500
Median Home Value
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Aurora covers 164.1 sq mi of land at 2378 people per square mile.
About Aurora, CO
Aurora is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 37.3% of the population. Aurora is a city in Colorado with a population of 390,201. That makes it one of the ten largest cities in Colorado in the country, at #3 by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $84,320 — above the US median of $78,538. About 8.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $444,500, with typical rent around $1,759.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 32.9% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. About 14.8% of the workforce is home-based, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Aurora, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Aurora city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Aurora city had a population of 326,055 in 2010 and 403,130 in 2024, a 23.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 403,130 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.53%.
403,130
Population (2024)
326,055
Population (2010)
403,130
Peak (2024)
1.53%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 326,055 |
| 2011 | 332,730 |
| 2012 | 339,261 |
| 2013 | 345,613 |
| 2014 | 352,660 |
| 2015 | 360,098 |
| 2016 | 363,277 |
| 2017 | 367,574 |
| 2018 | 374,572 |
| 2019 | 379,289 |
| 2020 | 386,804 |
| 2021 | 390,589 |
| 2022 | 394,128 |
| 2023 | 397,573 |
| 2024 | 403,130 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 49.2% |
| Black or African American | 15.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$84,320
Median Household Income
$40,424
Per Capita Income
8.3%
Poverty Rate
4.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$444,500
Median Home Value
$1,759
Median Rent
63.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
86.6%
High School+
32.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
3.6%
Drive Alone
68.3%
Public Transit
14.8%
Work From Home
28.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
37.3%
Foreign Born
67.1%
Non-English at Home
7.5%
Veterans
11.6%
With Disability
87.0%
Health Insurance
97.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.8% |
| Construction | 9.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.6% |
| Retail Trade | 8.2% |
| Information | 7.6% |
| Manufacturing | 5.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.5% |
| Public Administration | 3.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 3.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.7% |
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Common questions about Aurora, CO
Frequently Asked Questions
Aurora, Colorado has a population of 390,201 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 52nd-largest city in the United States and the 3rd-largest in Colorado.
The median household income in Aurora, Colorado is $84,320, with 8.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Aurora, Colorado is $444,500, with median monthly rent at $1,759 and a homeownership rate of 63.3%.
The median age in Aurora, Colorado is 35.1 years. The population is 50.3% male and 49.7% female.
The population has grown 23.6% since 2010 (326,055 → 403,130).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.