Aurora Population 2026
Aurora has a population of 200,661, making it the #125 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Illinois. Roughly 0.1% of United States's population lives here. It is about 44× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
200,661
Rank in United States
#125
Coordinates
41.76°N, 88.32°W
~207 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,007 km
625 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Illinois
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago | 2,664,452 | #3 |
| Rockford | 148,278 | #184 |
| Joliet | 147,861 | #186 |
| Naperville | 147,100 | #190 |
| Peoria | 115,070 | #259 |
| Springfield | 114,394 | #262 |
| North Peoria | 113,004 | #266 |
| Elgin | 112,111 | #270 |
Cities near Aurora
- Oswego33,955 people · ~9 km away
- Batavia26,495 people · ~10 km away
- Naperville147,100 people · ~15 km away
- Yorkville18,451 people · ~17 km away
- St. Charles32,974 people · ~17 km away
- Plainfield42,527 people · ~18 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Aurora?
Aurora has a population of 200,661 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #125 biggest city in United States.
What state is Aurora in?
Aurora is located in Illinois, United States.
Is Aurora the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,007 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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