Livability Score

71
/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 F

There are not many amenities close to this location.
Coffee (7) F
Endiro Coffee Aurora
Coffee Shop
Endiro Coffee Rostery
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (14) F
John C Dunham Pavilion
Theatre Arts
Aurora Regional Fire Museum
Museum
Riverfront Playhouse
Theatre Arts
Paramount Arts Center
Theatre Arts
Amphitheater
Theatre Arts
William Tanner House Museum
Museum
SciTech Hands on Museum
Museum
Amphitheater
Theatre Arts
Phillips Park Zoo
Zoo
Phillips Park Aquatic Center
Water Park
Parkside Lanes
Bowling Alley
Cinemark Tinseltown USA
Cinema
Perry Theatre
Theatre Arts
Goodrich Kendall 11 GDX
Cinema
Food and Drink (58) F
KFC
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Dunkin'
Fast Food
Deri Delite
Sweets
Two Brothers Round House
Bar
Ballydoyle
Bar
Wendy's
Fast Food
Poster Contest
Bar
Burger King
Fast Food
Taco Movil
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
White Castle
Fast Food
Dunkin'
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Culver's
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Dunkin'
Fast Food
Popeyes
Fast Food
Wendy's
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Auntie Anne's
Fast Food
Fannie May
Sweets
Fitness (6) F
LA Fitness
Gym
More-Core Pilates
Gym
Groceries (14) F
ALDI
Grocery Store
Super Mercados El Guero
Grocery Store
La France Bakery
Bakery
Beans Greens Proteins
Health Food
Supermercado La Chiquita
Grocery Store
Cermak Fresh Market
Grocery Store
Mariano's Fresh Market
Grocery Store
Ciambella Bakery
Bakery
Jewel-Osco
Grocery Store
La Chiquita
Grocery Store
Jewel-Osco
Grocery Store
Atrevete Confections
Bakery
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Jewel-Osco
Grocery Store
Parks (292) A+
Solfisburg Memorial Park
Park
Rollins Park
Park
Copley II Park
Park
Union-Flagg Park
Park
Cowherd Park
Park
Garfield Park
Park
Garfield Park
Park
Pigeon Hill Park
Park
Marie Wilkinson Park
Park
Lincoln Avenue Park
Park
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park
Park
RiverEdge Park
Park
Pavillion Park
Park
Veterans Memorial Island Park
Park
McCarty Park
Park
North River Street Park
Park
McCullough Park
Park
Simmons Park
Park
Illinois Avenue Park
Park
Wilder Park
Park
Sledding Hill
Park
Water Street Mall
Park
Millenium Plaza
Park
Indian Trail Mini Park
Park
Stonegate Park
Park
Shops (159) F
Family Dollar
Discount Store
Family Dollar
Discount Store
Speedway
Convenience Store
Dollar General
Discount Store
Leon's Barbershop
Hairdresser
Batteries Unlimited
Electronics
Ace Hardware
Home Improvement
Ross
Department Store
Pick 'n Pay Resale
Clothing
Speedway
Convenience Store
Shell
Convenience Store
Mobil Mart
Convenience Store
Thorntons
Convenience Store
Mobil Mart
Convenience Store
Shell
Convenience Store
Talbots
Clothing
Loft
Clothing
Marc Jacobs
Clothing
Giorgio Armani
Clothing
Lacoste
Clothing
Brooks Brothers
Clothing
Sunglass Hut
Optician
Crocs
Shoes
It's so Fluffy
Pets
Aldo
Shoes
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 4.4% take public transportation in Aurora.
Public Transit Stops (200)
Stops & Stations
A+
Farnsworth & Grove
Bus Stop
Farnsworth & Grove
Bus Stop
Farnsworth & Solfisburg
Bus Stop
Farnsworth & Solfisburg
Bus Stop
Farnsworth & Liberty
Bus Stop
Farnsworth & Liberty
Bus Stop
Farnsworth & Indian Avenue
Bus Stop
Farnsworth & Indian Avenue
Bus Stop
Farnsworth & Kane
Bus Stop
New York & Sumner
Bus Stop
New York & Trask
Bus Stop
New York & Trask
Bus Stop
New York & Kendall
Bus Stop
New York & Ohio
Bus Stop
Farnsworth & New York
Bus Stop
Ohio & New York
Bus Stop
New York & Ohio
Bus Stop
Ohio & New York
Bus Stop
Farnsworth & Mountain
Bus Stop
Farnsworth & Mountain
Bus Stop
Ohio & Galena
Bus Stop
Ohio & Galena
Bus Stop
Aurora Transportation Center
Bus Stop
Ohio & Benton/Summit
Bus Stop
Aurora
Transit Station
Workers Taking Public Transit
4.4%
C-
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cost of living C

The cost of living in Aurora is 105/100 - which is 9% higher than Illinois.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc.
D-
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax
D+
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crime D

Aurora crime rates are 2,901 per 100k, which is 47% higher than Illinois
Property Crime
2,478 crimes per 100k
D-
Violent Crime
423 crimes per 100k
D
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employment A

The median income in Aurora is $74,659 - which is 26% higher than Illinois.
Med. Household Income
$74,659
B
Unemployment Rate
4.3%
D-
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health F

There are not many hospitals, police and fire stations,
Health & Safety (36)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc.
D-
Aurora Fire Station #4
Fire Station
Aurora Medical Clinic
Clinic
Aurora Central Fire Station
Fire Station
Aurora Police Department
Police
Aurora Township Fire Protection District Station 1
Fire Station
Aurora Fire Station #5
Fire Station
Walgreens
Pharmacy
All Star Dental
Dentist
Advocate Medical Group Outpatient Center
Clinic
Aurora Fire Station #3
Fire Station
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Ascension Mercy Medical Center
Hospital
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Aurora Fire Station Number 7
Fire Station
Rush Copley Medical Center
Hospital
Ascension Mercy - Rehabilitation Services
Clinic
Planned Parenthood
Clinic
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Associated Pediatrics of Fox Valley
Doctor
Brightside Recovery
Doctor
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Immediate Care
Dentist
Aurora Fire Station #8
Fire Station
Air Quality
Median Air Quality
F
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housing A+

Aurora home prices are $194,100 - which is 11% higher than Illinois
Home Price
$194,100
B
Home Appreciation Rate
13%
A-
Home Affordability
2.6x (home price to income ratio)
A
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schools F

The Aurora graduation rate is 73% - which is 14% lower than Illinois
School Test Scores
29%
F
High School Grad. Rates
73%
D-
Elementary Schools (56) A+
Oak Park Elem School
Edna Rollins Elem School
Henry W Cowherd Middle School
St Therese Of Jesus School
L D Brady Elem School
St Joseph Catholic School
Fred Rodgers Magnet Acad
W S Beaupre Elem School
Nicholas A Hermes Elem School
C F Simmons Middle School
C I Johnson Elem School
K D Waldo Middle School
St Paul Lutheran School
Olney C Allen Elem School
John Gates Elem School
Benavides Steam Academy
Our Lady Of Good Counsel School
Hill Elem School
Mabel O Donnell Elem School
C M Bardwell Elem School
Nancy Young Elementary School
Reba O Steck Elementary School
Annunciation Of The Bvm School
Greenman Elem School
Hope D Wall Tmh Child Dev Ctr
High Schools (14) F
East Aurora Hs Rssp
East High School
Hope D Wall Tmh Child Dev Ctr
Waubonsie Valley High School
West Aurora High School
West Aurora Hs Rssp
Indian Plains Alternative School
Metea Valley High School
Marmion Academy
Rosary High School
Success Academy
Il Mathematics & Science Academy
Aurora Central Catholic High School
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ratings C

Aurora has an overall rating of 64% from 18 reviews.
User Reviews (2)
From AreaVibes
C-
User Surveys (16)
From AreaVibes
B
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So so City 2.5 rating By Labboreno ( Jul 01, 2014) The town has a lot amenities, however it is more expensive than most. I have found the they have additional service fees on Mobile phones, cable as well as utilities.

You can get to anything quickly but traffic is awful. Be careful in most areas in the evening, never have a co
...Read More mfortable feeling after dark.

The Riverboat Hollywood Casino is the big attraction, and with that being open 24/7 brings in a lot of problems. The town of Joliet not to far down the road offers yet another riverboat casino doubling the enticement for crime.

Living in Aurora is cheaper than neighboring communities however they are extremely pricey for the conditions of the facilitates. Read Less
Things to Do in Aurora, Illinois 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 07, 2010) I have traveled to Aurora, Illinois on many occasions to shop, dine and even gamble in the riverboat on the Fox River. Being able to travel to Aurora regularly because of its proximity is definitely a perk, but the sprawling city has grown a lot in the last twenty years and like ...Read More most other large cities, Aurora has its good and bad parts. The small town main street is still intact, but there are a lot of additional attractions and shopping centers that attract out of towners as well.

One of the biggest attractions in Aurora is the Hollywood Casino riverboat, located very near the downtown area on the Fox River. The riverboat has a casino, fine and buffet dining and shopping all in one place. Since it is located in downtown Aurora, you can walk right over and explore the little shops, restaurants and cafes. My favorite attraction in Aurora though is the Outlet Mall which has some of the best shopping and at a discount. Overall, there is a lot to do in Aurora, but it helps to know the area. Read Less
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      Aurora, IL

      Aurora, Illinois is located approximately 40 miles west of Chicago. It is also known as the "City of Lights." Aurora is an expansive suburban town of almost 46 square miles and a population of approximately 200,000. It's located conveniently off of the I-88 east/west corridor tollway. Aurora spans across 4 counties. If offers friendly, Midwestern living with a larger town feel. Aurora has a fabulous downtown area on the Fox River. There are a few school districts in Aurora to choose from. Aurora has plenty of entertainment year-round. Its affordable housing makes it a great place to live for anyone. There are also many transportation choices in Aurora including the BNSF Railway Train Line that goes from downtown Aurora all the way to downtown Chicago.

      The downtown Aurora area abounds with things to see and do. There are plenty of shopping and dining options. Try the old train station roundhouse, now the Two Brothers Roundhouse which is a restaurant and an artisan brewery. Enjoy a walk along the Fox River trails. The Hollywood Riverboat Casino is located right on the Fox River. The Prisco Community Center park district building is also located along the Fox River.

      The shopping options in Aurora are plentiful. Aurora features the Westfield Shoppingtown at Fox Valley mall. There is an outlet mall located on the north side. There are also many shopping centers and strip malls throughout the entire city.

      Some of Aurora's school districts are award-winning. There are 4 main public school districts in the city: districts 204, 308, 131 and 129. Aurora University is also located in the city limits. There are many private schools, preschools and STEM schools in the city as well.

      Entertainment in Aurora is plentiful year-round. The River's Edge Park features Concerts in the Park in the summer. The Paramount Theater features plays and concerts year-round. In the summer enjoy Blues on the Fox, wine festivals and brewery festivals. Enjoy swimming and waterslides at aquatic center by Phillip's Park and the waterpark called Splash Country. Take a stroll through Phillip's Park Zoo or Blackberry Farm.

      Real estate is Aurora is affordable for all price ranges. There are plenty of apartment complexes in which to rent. If you're looking to purchase a home, there are condominiums, town homes, duplexes and single family homes of all sizes and prices. There are real estate companies and agents to choose from throughout the city.

      If you want to live in a larger suburb but not in a big city as large as Chicago, Aurora is perfect. Enjoy the vibrant suburban life that the Midwest town of Aurora offers. You are welcome to visit and see for yourself.

      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Aurora? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Solfisburg Memorial Park
      Rollins Park
      Copley II Park
      Union-Flagg Park
      Cowherd Park
      Garfield Park
      Garfield Park
      Pigeon Hill Park

      Entertainment

      John C Dunham Pavilion
      Aurora Regional Fire Museum
      Riverfront Playhouse
      Paramount Arts Center
      Amphitheater
      William Tanner House Museum
      SciTech Hands on Museum
      Amphitheater

      Food & Drink

      KFC
      Burger King
      Dunkin'
      Deri Delite
      Two Brothers Round House
      Ballydoyle
      Wendy's
      Poster Contest

      A Commute

      Is public transit available in Aurora? Of all people who commute, 4.4% take public transportation in Aurora.
      Drive to Work
      74%

      2% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      4%

      1% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      1%

      2% lower than the US average

      A- Health & Safety

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

      Hospitals

      Rush Copley Medical Center
      Ascension Mercy Medical Center

      Pharmacies

      Walgreens
      Walmart Pharmacy
      CVS Pharmacy
      Walgreens
      Walgreens
      Walgreens
      Walgreens

      Doctors

      Associated Pediatrics of Fox Valley
      Advocate Medical Group Outpatient Center