Cost of Living in Aurora, NY

With a cost of living index of 98, Aurora, NY is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 2% cheaper than the national average and 14% below the New York state average of 111. Aurora is a small community of 672 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Aurora's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,281 (3% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $275,000 (10% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.4x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Aurora is $81,875, which is 9% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 19% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Aurora. The area sees an average annual temperature of 48.7°F, with summers averaging 69°F and winters around 28°F. Annual rainfall totals 30.2 inches spread over roughly 141 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.