Aurora, Ohio Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Aurora, Ohio is 17,386 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 111th-largest city in Ohio. The median household income is $125,567, the median home value is $371,400, and the median age is 46.2.
The population has grown 15.7% since 2010 (15,539 → 17,985).
17,386
Population
759
People / sq mi
$125,567
Median Income
$371,400
Median Home Value
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Aurora covers 22.9 sq mi of land at 759 people per square mile.
About Aurora, OH
The poverty rate is what most separates Aurora from the typical city: 1.7% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. Aurora is a city in Ohio with a population of 17,386.
The typical household earns $125,567 a year, above the US median of $78,538. Very few residents live in poverty — 1.7%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $371,400, with typical rent around $1,704.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 57.4% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 18.0%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.
Aurora city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Aurora city had a population of 15,539 in 2010 and 17,985 in 2024, a 15.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 17,985 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.06%.
17,985
Population (2024)
15,539
Population (2010)
17,985
Peak (2024)
1.06%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15,539 |
| 2011 | 15,567 |
| 2012 | 15,461 |
| 2013 | 15,560 |
| 2014 | 15,734 |
| 2015 | 15,801 |
| 2016 | 15,852 |
| 2017 | 15,999 |
| 2018 | 16,181 |
| 2019 | 16,338 |
| 2020 | 17,264 |
| 2021 | 17,361 |
| 2022 | 17,545 |
| 2023 | 17,755 |
| 2024 | 17,985 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 89.1% |
| Black or African American | 3.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$125,567
Median Household Income
$62,863
Per Capita Income
1.7%
Poverty Rate
3.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$371,400
Median Home Value
$1,704
Median Rent
81.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
96.9%
High School+
57.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.5%
Drive Alone
73.7%
Public Transit
18.0%
Work From Home
30.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
24.6%
Foreign Born
95.2%
Non-English at Home
6.7%
Veterans
10.6%
With Disability
98.4%
Health Insurance
95.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.1% |
| Manufacturing | 18.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.0% |
| Information | 10.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.6% |
| Construction | 5.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.5% |
| Public Administration | 3.9% |
| Retail Trade | 2.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Aurora, Ohio has a population of 17,386 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 111th-largest city in Ohio.
The median household income in Aurora, Ohio is $125,567, with 1.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Aurora, Ohio is $371,400, with median monthly rent at $1,704 and a homeownership rate of 81.3%.
The median age in Aurora, Ohio is 46.2 years. The population is 46.9% male and 53.1% female.
The population has grown 15.7% since 2010 (15,539 → 17,985).
Aurora city, OH Climate
Aurora city, OH has an average annual temperature of 9.4°C (49°F) and receives about 1011 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
9.4°C
Avg Temp
1011
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -4° / 25° | 61 mm |
| February | -3° / 27° | 56 mm |
| March | 3° / 37° | 81 mm |
| April | 9° / 47° | 86 mm |
| May | 14° / 58° | 95 mm |
| June | 19° / 67° | 97 mm |
| July | 22° / 71° | 98 mm |
| August | 21° / 70° | 93 mm |
| September | 17° / 63° | 97 mm |
| October | 11° / 51° | 75 mm |
| November | 5° / 41° | 88 mm |
| December | -1° / 30° | 84 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Aurora city, OH
The most comfortable months to visit Aurora city, OH are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 28°C high). The coldest is January (near -8°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.