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Aurora, CO
Aurora · Arapahoe County · CO 80010
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$361K
Median Price
43/100
Walk Score
8/10
Schools
19 min
to Denver, CO
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
80/100
D+Quietness
50/100
B+Commute
85/100
DWalkability
43/100
WYLT Score60/100
Our Take
Aurora offers decent schools and a short 19‑minute drive into Denver, but the median home price is high compared to the median income, and walkability is low. It may suit commuters and families but could feel expensive and car‑dependent for many.
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The Good
- ✓Top‑rated public schools
- ✓Short commute to Denver
- ✓Good access to parks and green space
- ✓Affordable rental market compared to home prices
Real Talk
- !Median income barely matches median home price, raising affordability concerns
- !Limited public transit and low walk score can make city life inconvenient
- !Crime rates in Aurora hover around moderate, especially property crime
- !Air quality can dip during smog events, especially in winter
- $Higher property taxes and homeowners insurance
- $Elevated utility costs (electricity, heating)
- $Daily commuting expenses (fuel, maintenance)
Best For
Young families with school needsCommuters to DenverRenters looking for affordabilityPet owners seeking green space
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Aurora, CO
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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