Aurora Oregon Map

About Aurora, Oregon

Aurora is a locality in Marion County, Oregon, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,030. The population density is 880.0 people per km². Aurora is located at 45.2310°N, 122.7559°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 97002.

Aurora, Oregon, unfolds with a quiet grace under the wide Pacific Northwest sky. It lies 4.8 miles south of Wilsonville, OR (from Wilsonville, OR: bearing 170°T), and is situated 7.7 miles north-east of Woodburn. Rolling hills, softened by the persistent green of Douglas fir and alder, cradle the valley floor where the Willamette River’s influence is felt in the fertile soil. The air itself carries a mild, damp scent, a constant whisper of the abundant rainfall that nourishes the landscape, and in the early mornings, a mist often settles, lending a pearlescent glow to the fields and blurring the edges of the distant Cascade foothills. The houses, many of them well-kept bungalows and farmhouses, seem to settle comfortably into their surroundings, their gardens a riot of rhododendrons and hydrangeas, thriving in the rich, dark earth. This land has a history rooted in agriculture and the industrious spirit of its early settlers, who found the alluvial plains ideal for cultivation. Aurora’s economy has long been tied to the bounty of the valley, from its early days as a hub for hop growing to its present-day embrace of diversified farming and the burgeoning wine industry that dots the surrounding slopes. A distinctive character has emerged, one that honors its heritage while looking forward, evident in the charming antique shops that line its main street and the farmers' markets that spill forth with local produce. The gentle pace of life here allows for a deep appreciation of the changing seasons, from the vibrant greens of spring to the burnished golds of autumn, each bringing its own subtle beauty to Aurora.

About This Aurora Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Aurora, Oregon — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 45.230954, -122.755927. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Aurora and Marion County.

Detailed location data for Aurora includes the ZIP code (97002), telephone area code (503, 971), county seat of Marion County (Salem), and school district assignment (North Marion School District 15). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Aurora is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.