Livability Score

90
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities C

There are some amenities close to this location.
Coffee (12) F
Entertainment (2) F
Food and Drink (51) C+
Fitness (7) F
Groceries (14) C-
Parks (134) A+
Shops (69) A-
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 5.8% take public transportation in Aurora.
Public Transit Stops (257)
Stops & Stations
A+
Workers Taking Public Transit
5.8%
D+
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cost of living F

The cost of living in Aurora is 110/100 - which is 2% lower than Ontario.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc.
F
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax
A-
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crime A

Aurora crime rates are 2,003 per 100k, which is 35% lower than Ontario
Property Crime
1,489 crimes per 100k
A
Violent Crime
514 crimes per 100k
A
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employment A+

The median income in Aurora is $126,909 - which is 45% higher than Ontario.
Med. Household Income
$126,909
A+
Unemployment Rate
3.9%
A-
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health A+

There are some hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (19)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc.
A-
Air Quality
Median Air Quality
A+
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housing A+

Aurora home prices are $1,355,620 - which is 65% higher than Ontario
Home Price
$1,355,620
A+
Home Appreciation Rate
44%
B-
Home Affordability
10.7x (home price to income ratio)
A-
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schools A+

The Aurora graduation rate is 89% - which is 5% higher than Ontario
School Test Scores
77%
B+
High School Grad. Rates
89%
B
Elementary Schools (20) B-
High Schools (10) B-
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ratings A+

Aurora has an overall rating of 95% from 4 reviews.
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User Surveys (4)
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A+
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      Aurora, ON

      One of the wealthiest cities in Canada, Aurora is located just north of Toronto and is considered to be part of the Greater Toronto Area. In terms of population, Aurora could be considered a medium-sized city, with a population of just over 55,000 people. In the past, Aurora was just a small community around the intersection of Yonge Street and Wellington Street East, which today is considered to by its downtown area. The city started to expand well beyond this community to make it what it is today.

      Aurora is a lovely city with a small town feeling. It has some excellent schools, shopping facilities and restaurants and is fast becoming a trendy place to live within the GTA. It is not a cheap city, but it has many perks, including its historic downtown area. It is also where the Go train station is located, linking the city south to Toronto and north to Barrie. Aurora’s main shopping zone is also situated here.

      Aurora is rated as one of the best cities in the country to live in, especially for families. This is due to its great schools, facilities and laid-back lifestyle. One thing to consider is that although rentals are affordable in the city, buying something is not. In fact, the average annual household income in Aurora is around $100,000. This also means that crime is low and quality of life is quite high. Another great thing about Aurora is that it is fairly quiet; meaning it is not a city for singles, but rather one for couples or families that want a calmer, slower paced lifestyle.

      Most Aurora residents rely on their own car to get around the city. There is public transportation, but it is not great, so a car is needed to run errands. Although some areas of the city make for some great walking, like The Aurora Promenade (Downtown Aurora). Walking around this area is the best way to enjoy the historic part of Aurora and to visit places like the historic Aurora Train Station, the Aurora Cultural Centre and Hillary House, which is one of the country’s finest examples of Gothic Revival architecture.

      C Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Aurora? Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      James Lloyd Park
      Sheppard's Bush
      Aurora Town Park
      Civic Square Park
      McMahon Park
      Aurora Peace Park
      Taylor Park
      Highland Field

      Entertainment

      Cineplex
      Hillary House and Koffler Museum of Medicine
      Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum and Community Centre
      Newmarket Theatre

      Food & Drink

      Wendy's
      Domino's
      Nino D'Aversa Bakery
      Mucho Burrito
      Booster Juice
      Pita Land
      Hero Certified Burgers
      Cool & Fresh Yogurt

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Aurora? Of all people who commute, 5.8% take public transportation in Aurora.
      Drive to Work
      42%

      2% higher than the CDN average

      Take Public Transit
      6%

      1% lower than the CDN average

      Walk to Work
      2%

      1% lower than the CDN average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Aurora a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Pharmacies

      Shoppers Drug Mart
      Pharmasave
      Shoppers Drug Mart
      Sparkle Pharmacy
      Shoppers Drug Mart

      Doctors

      Enhanced Care Medical Clinic