Aurora
- Suburb of Chicago, IL
Suburb
Aurora
- grade A minusOverall Grade
- Suburb of Chicago, IL
- Rating 3.61 out of 5 541 reviews
Report Card
- Public Schoolsgrade B+
- Crime & Safetygrade C+
- Housinggrade B minus
- Nightlifegrade B
- Good for Familiesgrade A minus
- Diversitygrade A+
- Jobsgrade B
- Weathergrade C+
- Cost of Livinggrade B minus
- Health & Fitnessgrade B minus
- Outdoor Activitiesgrade A
- Commutegrade B
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Real Estate
Median Home Value
$184,400
National
$217,500Median Rent
$1,228
National
$1,062Area Feel
Dense Suburban
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Aurora Rankings
Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and and expert insights.
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
grade C+
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Assault178.2national 282.7
- Murder6national 6.1
- Rape29.5national 40.7
- Robbery44.5national 135.5
Property Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Burglary116.1national 500.1
- Theft819.9national 2,042.8
- Motor Vehicle Theft72.1national 284
Residents
Working in Aurora
Jobs
grade B
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$71,749
National
$62,843Top Public Schools Serving Aurora
- grade A+
Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy
- Rating 3.96 out of 5 336 reviews
- grade A+
Metea Valley High School
- Rating 4.01 out of 5 665 reviews
- grade A+
Waubonsie Valley High School
- Rating 4.09 out of 5 572 reviews
- grade A+
Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary School
- grade A+
Nancy Young Elementary School
- Rating 4 out of 5 1 review
Top Private Schools Near Aurora
- grade A+
Benet Academy
- Rating 4.17 out of 5 267 reviews
- grade A+
St. Francis High School
- Rating 4.31 out of 5 124 reviews
- grade A+
Wheaton Academy
- Rating 4.09 out of 5 164 reviews
- grade A
Montini Catholic High School
- Rating 4.29 out of 5 112 reviews
- grade A
Naperville Christian Academy
- Rating 4.2 out of 5 10 reviews
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Do not listen to some of these reviews. I was born in Dallas, lived in Oakland for a year, lived in Skokie Illinois for a year, and grew up in Aurora. My whole family is from Illinois and I love this place. This place has my favorite food (Deep dish Chicago pizza, Chicago-Style hotdogs, Italian beef, etc.) and many childhood places (Luigi's, Raging Waves, etc.). However, downtown Naperville is definitely nicer, but downtown Aurora is still really nice. Do not trust some of the statistics and reviews about "bad crime". However, there is a reason I gave this 4 stars... We became broke here and gained debt sadly. After 6th grade, I had to move to Perry Florida, but I'm moving back here, after I graduate from Tallahassee Community College. Everytime I think about this place nostalgia floods back and I can not get it out of my mind. This place is a very underrated gem. So if you like nice medium cities with people and charm this is definitely the place for you. Love you Aurora!
This is a friendly city. Could improve the safety of the downtown area. There are a variety of places to eat and activities for families to do.
I've live here since I was born so for sixteen years and it's a great place to grow up. I have attend school here. Very clean, friendly place. However it is low funded in comparison to the neighboring city Naperville. There is much diversity here and a lot of great opportunities to learn about the working class. There is also growing and new small buisness which is great if you are willing to try something new. In general it is a nice suburban area. I would live here again because it's pretty peaceful. I would love get away from the snow but if you have kids they would love it. There is little to no crime in my neighborhood. Most people keep to themselves. There have been no concerns that have made me question my safety. Living in my neighborhood has been great! All of my neighbors for the most part are really friendly extremely hospitable.
I've live here since I was born so for sixteen years and it's a great place to grow up. I have attend school here. Very clean, friendly place. However it is low funded in comparison to the neighboring city Naperville. There is much diversity here and a lot of great opportunities to learn about the working class. There is also growing and new small buisness which is great if you are willing to try something new. In general it is a nice suburban area. I would live here again because it's pretty peaceful. I would love get away from the snow but if you have kids they would love it. There is little to no crime in my neighborhood. Most people keep to themselves. There have been no concerns that have made me question my safety. Living in my neighborhood has been great! All of my neighbors for the most part are really friendly extremely hospitable.
Living in Aurora, IL I am surrounded by a lot of industry. Whether it be the meat plant, a metal manufacturer, or an eco friendly material manufacturer- Aurora is busy working and selling products around the world. There are also many temp agencies that offer positions in various industries and fields at all levels. I have personally worked at a few temp agencies in Aurora. Aurora is a large town that is surrounded by several towns. Aurora is a great central location nestled by great suburbs, and a short distance from Chicago. Aurora, IL has many tasty restaurants at different price points. You will find the scrumptious American cuisine, authentic Mexican, and elegant fine dining to your liking. And if you don't, perhaps you'll want something you've never had before like a panini pressed pb & j with bacon.
There are many stores, both major and small in Aurora. I can always find whatever I need within 5 miles of wherever I am.There are also several parks to take my toddler.
There are many stores, both major and small in Aurora. I can always find whatever I need within 5 miles of wherever I am.There are also several parks to take my toddler.