Aurora is a home rule city in the Denver metropolitan area of Colorado. It is located primarily in Arapahoe County, with portions extending into Adams and Douglas counties. Situated about 10 miles east of downtown Denver, Aurora is known for its diverse community, extensive park system, Buckley Space Force Base, and major healthcare and research campuses.
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Where is Aurora Located?
Aurora is a home rule city located primarily in Arapahoe County, with portions in Adams County and Douglas County, Colorado, the United States. The city lies on the eastern edge of the Denver metropolitan area, approximately 10 miles (16 km) east of downtown Denver, 20 miles (32 km) north of Castle Rock, and about 75 miles (121 km) south of Fort Collins. Aurora is located at 39.7294° North latitude and 104.8319° West longitude. According to the 2020 United States Census, the city had a population of 386,261. Aurora covers approximately 163.45 square miles (423.34 sq km). It is Colorado's third-largest city and is recognized for its major medical campuses, Buckley Space Force Base, Cherry Creek State Park, and thriving business community.
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Aurora City Facts
| City | Aurora |
| State | Colorado |
| County | Arapahoe County, Adams County, Douglas County |
| Country | United States |
| Region | Front Range |
| Incorporated | 1891 (as Fletcher) |
| Renamed | Aurora in 1907 |
| Total Area | 163.45 sq mi (423.34 sq km) |
| Land Area | 162.45 sq mi (420.74 sq km) |
| Water Area | 1.00 sq mi (2.60 sq km) |
| Elevation | 5,472 ft (1,668 m) |
| Population (2023 estimate) | Approximately 404,000 |
| Population (2020 Census) | 386,261 |
| Population Density | About 2,380 people per sq mi |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time (MT) (UTC−7/UTC−6) |
| ZIP Codes | 80010–80019, 80040–80047 |
| Area Code | 303, 720 |
| Major Highways | Interstate 70, Interstate 225, E-470, Interstate 76 |
| Public Transit | RTD Bus and Light Rail |
| Major Attractions | Cherry Creek State Park, Stanley Marketplace, Aurora Reservoir, Plains Conservation Center, Buckley Space Force Base |
| Official Website | https://www.auroragov.org/ |
Distance from Aurora, CO to Nearby Cities
- Denver, CO – 10 miles (16 km)
- Centennial, CO – 11 miles (18 km)
- Englewood, CO – 12 miles (19 km)
- Parker, CO – 15 miles (24 km)
- Commerce City, CO – 12 miles (19 km)
- Greenwood Village, CO – 13 miles (21 km)
- Thornton, CO – 18 miles (29 km)
- Littleton, CO – 18 miles (29 km)
- Lakewood, CO – 18 miles (29 km)
- Westminster, CO – 19 miles (31 km)
- Arvada, CO – 21 miles (34 km)
- Castle Rock, CO – 20 miles (32 km)
- Broomfield, CO – 25 miles (40 km)
- Boulder, CO – 34 miles (55 km)
- Longmont, CO – 45 miles (72 km)
- Fort Collins, CO – 75 miles (121 km)
- Colorado Springs, CO – 68 miles (109 km)
- Greeley, CO – 60 miles (97 km)
- Pueblo, CO – 115 miles (185 km)
- Cheyenne, WY – 105 miles (169 km)
Top Attractions in Aurora
- Cherry Creek State Park
- Aurora Reservoir
- Stanley Marketplace
- Plains Conservation Center
- Morrison Nature Center
- Wings Over the Rockies Exploration of Flight
- Southlands Shopping Center
- Aurora History Museum
- Buckley Space Force Base
- Saddle Rock Golf Course
Airports Near Aurora
- Denver International Airport (DEN) – 18 miles (29 km)
- Centennial Airport (APA) – 14 miles (23 km)
- Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (BJC) – 28 miles (45 km)
- Colorado Air and Space Port (CFO) – 18 miles (29 km)
- Northern Colorado Regional Airport (FNL) – 67 miles (108 km)
Sources:
Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General city information referenced from the Official City of Aurora Website.
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