North Aurora, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of North Aurora, Illinois is 18,375 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 135th-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $111,781, the median home value is $323,900, and the median age is 42.1.
The population has grown 16.1% since 2010 (16,650 → 19,329).
18,375
Population
2425
People / sq mi
$111,781
Median Income
$323,900
Median Home Value
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North Aurora covers 7.6 sq mi of land at 2425 people per square mile.
About North Aurora, IL
The poverty rate is what most separates North Aurora from the typical city: 2.8% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. North Aurora is a city in Illinois with a population of 18,375.
The typical household earns $111,781 a year, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 2.8%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $323,900, with typical rent around $1,596.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 40.8% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. A solid 17.8% of workers are based at home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
North Aurora village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of North Aurora village had a population of 16,650 in 2010 and 19,329 in 2024, a 16.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 19,329 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.08%.
19,329
Population (2024)
16,650
Population (2010)
19,329
Peak (2024)
1.08%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 16,650 |
| 2011 | 16,753 |
| 2012 | 16,821 |
| 2013 | 16,953 |
| 2014 | 17,187 |
| 2015 | 17,292 |
| 2016 | 17,319 |
| 2017 | 18,063 |
| 2018 | 18,070 |
| 2019 | 18,057 |
| 2020 | 18,288 |
| 2021 | 18,358 |
| 2022 | 18,435 |
| 2023 | 19,100 |
| 2024 | 19,329 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 73.3% |
| Black or African American | 8.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$111,781
Median Household Income
$50,943
Per Capita Income
2.8%
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$323,900
Median Home Value
$1,596
Median Rent
73.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.7%
High School+
40.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.0%
Drive Alone
73.8%
Public Transit
17.8%
Work From Home
28.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
16.8%
Foreign Born
79.1%
Non-English at Home
3.8%
Veterans
10.3%
With Disability
93.1%
Health Insurance
98.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.8% |
| Manufacturing | 14.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.8% |
| Information | 10.1% |
| Construction | 7.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.6% |
| Retail Trade | 4.0% |
| Public Administration | 3.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
North Aurora, Illinois has a population of 18,375 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 135th-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in North Aurora, Illinois is $111,781, with 2.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in North Aurora, Illinois is $323,900, with median monthly rent at $1,596 and a homeownership rate of 73.2%.
The median age in North Aurora, Illinois is 42.1 years. The population is 48.4% male and 51.6% female.
The population has grown 16.1% since 2010 (16,650 → 19,329).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.