Cost of Living in Aurora
Colorado's most diverse city — affordable, connected, and anchored by a world-class medical campus
Housing Market
- Median Home Price
- $450K–$459K
- Price per Sq Ft
- ~$240/sqft
- Data Year
- 2026
- Year-over-Year Change
- Down 3.2–4.5% YoY (Feb 2026)
- Avg Days on Market
- 57–61 days
- Rent vs Own Ratio
- Median rent ~$1,604–$2,100/mo
Tax Rates
- Property Tax Rate
- Median annual bill ~$2,902 (varies by county — Arapahoe, Adams, or Douglas)
- Sales Tax Rate
- 8.0% combined (state 2.9% + county + city 3.25%)
- Cost of Living vs National
- Housing 5% below national average. Overall cost of living competitive with but below Denver.
Monthly Costs
- Electric & Gas
- Xcel Energy
- Internet Providers
- Comcast/Xfinity, CenturyLink/Lumen, T-Mobile Home Internet
Income & Cost Context
- Median Household Income
- $88,368
- Cost of Living Index
- Housing 5% below national average; utilities 13% below
FAQ — Aurora
What are the school ratings in Aurora?
Aurora is served by two very different districts. Cherry Creek School District (Niche A, #1 Best School District in Colorado 2026) covers south and southeast Aurora and includes Cherokee Trail HS (#19 Best Public HS in CO) and Grandview HS. Aurora Public Schools (Niche C+) serves central and north Aurora. Which district serves your address is the single biggest variable — always verify enrollment by address before buying.
What is the median home price in Aurora?
The median home price in Aurora is $450K–$459K as of February 2026, down 3.2–4.5% year-over-year. Price per square foot averages ~$240/sqft. Entry condos start from approximately $200K, making Aurora one of the more affordable major metros on the Front Range compared to Denver’s $600K+ median.
What is the cost of living in Aurora compared to the national average?
Housing in Aurora runs approximately 5% below the national average, and utilities are about 13% below. The combined sales tax rate is 8.0% (state 2.9% + county + city 3.25%), and the median annual property tax bill is ~$2,902. Note that Aurora spans three counties — Arapahoe, Adams, and Douglas — so your property tax rate varies by location.