Aurora, Iowa
Quick Statistics
Aurora is a community in Buchanan County, Iowa, home to about 214 people spread across 0.5 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $37,500 a year, and a typical home is worth about $128,300. About 34.8% of adults hold a college degree, and 94.3% of residents under 65 have health insurance.
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Among the Iowa towns GeoStat tracks, Aurora ranks number 688 of 1,017 in population, number 571 in median household income, number 430 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Aurora typically top out near 83°F in July, while January nights average about 8°F. The area sees roughly 34 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Stanley, IA | 4.5 mi. | 69 |
| 2. | Lamont, IA | 4.8 mi. | 514 |
| 3. | Hazleton, IA | 9.0 mi. | 720 |
| 4. | Arlington, IA | 9.4 mi. | 427 |
| 5. | Dundee, IA | 9.7 mi. | 177 |
| 6. | Oelwein, IA | 10.0 mi. | 5,834 |
| 7. | Winthrop, IA | 10.3 mi. | 1,040 |
| 8. | Strawberry Point, IA | 10.8 mi. | 1,267 |
What is the population of Aurora, Iowa?
Aurora has a population of about 214 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Aurora, Iowa in?
Aurora is located in Buchanan County, Iowa.
What is the median home value in Aurora, Iowa?
The median home value in Aurora is about $128,300, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Aurora, Iowa?
The median personal income in Aurora is about $37,500 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Aurora, Iowa?
Since 1950, 49 tornadoes have been recorded in Buchanan County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Aurora, Iowa?
Typical July highs run about 83 degrees and January lows about 8 degrees, with around 34 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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