What are the schools like in Aurora, NC?

Aurora is served primarily by Beaufort County Schools. The district operates 7 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 4 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.4:1.

What is the median household income in Aurora?

The median household income in Aurora, NC is $43,897 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 18.3%.

What is the weather like in Aurora, NC?

Aurora has an average high temperature of 53.4°F in January and 88.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.2 inches.

Aurora, NC Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Aurora, NC affordable or expensive?

Aurora's cost of living index is 86, where 100 represents the national average. This means Aurora is 14% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $82,500 and the median rent is $621 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Aurora, NC?

Crime rate data for Aurora is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Aurora, NC a Good Place to Live?

Aurora is a small town of 522 in North Carolina, with a median household income of $43,897 and a 18.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 86 (US average = 100), which is 14% below the national average.

Strengths: Aurora stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Aurora is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Aurora city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 85.8

Aurora's overall cost of living index is 85.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Aurora costs roughly 14% less than the average American city.

Metric	Aurora, NC	National Avg
Median Home Value	$82,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$621	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	46.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$43,897	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Aurora is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Aurora is served primarily by Beaufort County Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.4:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Aurora, NC	National Avg
School District	Beaufort County Schools	—
Elementary Schools	7	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	4	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	9.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Aurora sees average highs of 53.4°F in January and 88.9°F in July, with 51.6 inches of annual precipitation and 0.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Aurora, NC
Average High — January	53.4°F
Average High — July	88.9°F
Annual Precipitation	51.6"
Annual Snowfall	0.2"

Demographics

Metric	Aurora, NC	National Avg
Population	522	—
Median Age	39.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	18.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	18.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	47.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	44.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	23.4%	22.2%
65 and over	14.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Bayview, NC 10 mi Vandemere, NC 10 mi Mesic, NC 11 mi Bayboro, NC 11 mi Alliance, NC 11 mi

ZIP Codes in Aurora

Aurora, NC is covered by 1 ZIP code:

27806

Aurora vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aurora, NC affordable or expensive?

Aurora's cost of living index is 86, where 100 is the national average. That makes Aurora roughly 14% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $82,500 and median rent is $621/month.

What is the crime rate in Aurora, NC?

Crime data for Aurora is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Aurora?

Public schools in Aurora are operated by Beaufort County Schools. The district has 7 elementary, 2 middle, and 4 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.4:1. 9.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Aurora, NC a good place to live?

Aurora, NC has a population of 522, a median household income of $43,897, and an unemployment rate of 18.3%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Aurora?

Aurora averages 53.4°F in January and 88.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 51.6 inches with about 0.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Aurora?

Aurora, NC is covered by 1 ZIP code: 27806.

What is the population of Aurora?

The population of Aurora, North Carolina is 522 with a median age of 39.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Aurora?

Key numbers for living in Aurora: cost of living index 86 (100 = US average), median home $82,500, median household income $43,897, schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Aurora side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.