Aurora city, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026

Population Overview

Aurora city is a small community located in Nebraska. The total population is 4,665. It ranks as the 37th most populous out of 584 cities and towns in Nebraska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Aurora city is 39.6 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 37.1 years. With 28.1% of the population under 18, Aurora city has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community. 10.7% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Aurora city is $71,051. This is 5% lower than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 10% lower. The poverty rate stands at 7.4%. This is 28% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 4.2%. This is 40% higher than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $221,700. Housing costs are about average than the state median of $223,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 78.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Aurora city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.6%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.6%) is well below the state average of 12.3%.

Education

29.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 13% lower than the state rate of 34.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 98.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Aurora city, Nebraska is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Nebraska state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 584 Census-designated places in Nebraska. For official data, visit data.census.gov.