Aurora

OH

Portage County, Ohio

Population 162K |Median income $75,766 |1 hospital

Population
161,956
Portage County
Median Income
$75,766
+11% vs avg
Median Home Value
$227,000
Near average
Median Age
39.6
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
162K-1%
Median Income
$75,766+44%
Median Home Value
$227,000+51%
Poverty Rate
11.7%-27%
Unemployment
5.3%-52%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,064/mo
Poverty Rate
11.7% -18% vs avg
Unemployment 5.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 32.5%
Work From Home 14.9%
Public Transit 0.7%

Population

White 86.5%
African American 5%
Two or More Ethnicities 4%
Asian 2.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
38.3%
High Blood Pressure
34.7%
Obesity
32.9%
Physical Inactivity
25%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.8%
Binge Drinking
16.4%
Current Smoking
14.5%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.1%
Diabetes
11.8%
Current Asthma
10.8%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 64.9%
Annual Checkup 79.1%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.1%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.8%
Stroke
3.3%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS PORTAGE MEDICAL CENTER
RAVENNA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Aurora Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Storm Warning and Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN

NOAA · 13h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray and Storm Warning Issued for Grand Portage to Grand Marais, MN

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Lorain County, Ohio Until 4:15 AM

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tri-State Area of Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for North Central Ohio Through 4:00 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Aurora, OH? ▼
Aurora, OH has a population of 161,956 people, located in Portage County, Ohio.
What is the median household income in Aurora? ▼
The median household income in Aurora, OH is $75,766 per year. The poverty rate is 11.7%.
What is the median home value in Aurora? ▼
The median home value in Aurora, OH is $227,000. Median rent is $1,064/month.
What are the top health concerns in Aurora? ▼
The top health indicators in Aurora include Short Sleep Duration (38.3%), High Blood Pressure (34.7%), Obesity (32.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Aurora? ▼
Aurora has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Aurora? ▼
The median age in Aurora, OH is 39.6 years. 32.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Aurora, OH is located in Portage County, Ohio. With a population of 162K and a median household income of $75,766, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Aurora area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Portage County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.