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Rich in Culture and History

Since 1891, Aurora has grown into a world-class, modern community that respects its vibrant cultural roots. Aurora saw booming post-war growth due to our three military bases. Since the 1970s, Aurora has doubled in size and our population has grown five-fold.

We are home to one of the most diverse populations in Colorado and the United States. Our community truly values the richness created by many cultures coming together to co-exist and thrive. Aurora hosts numerous cultural events each year and is known for its foodie experiences that allow you to dive into cultures from around the world. More than 330+ independently operated ethnic restaurants call Aurora home. Aurora is also home to Annette, the 2022 James Beard Winning Restaurant.

Developing A Thriving Future

Aurora is the future of the region — representing over 164 square miles of opportunity. Our assets include shovel-ready land, major industry hubs, a superior development experience, proximity to multi-modal transportation corridors, a strong economy, and a network of change-makers with a vision for the future. There are currently six master-planned communities under construction and several transit-oriented development stations with mixed-use development.

Opportunity, market potential, and momentum intersect in the City of Aurora, Adams County, and Arapahoe County to create economic development focus areas. Though diverse, each area offers significant opportunities for companies to find a home that fits their current and future needs.

Our Population

32%Bilingual Households

0.9%Population Annual Growth Rate

12,172 Housing Units Built in the Last 5 Years

AEDC — The Catalyst for Economic Development

The Aurora Economic Development Council has been at the forefront of driving transformational momentum in the region.

We are the one-stop source for market intelligence including real estate statistics, workforce profiles, economic information, and key trends impacting development.

Companies can be located anywhere in the world and communities can blur together during the site search. We create a customized development approach for each deal that offers the best of Colorado’s affordable cost of doing business crafted with a personalized experience.

We’re known for economic development catalysts in Aurora. From world-class industry hubs to international headquarters, these strategic wins are more than one-off deals — they collectively tell the story of our community’s value and how our expertise can position businesses to make their mark on the world.

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