Georgia
Auburn is a small city in Georgia with a population of 8,222. Residents earn $78,317 per year, which is 4% above the national average.
Based on current data, Auburn receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Auburn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Auburn is $78,317, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Auburn is $232,000, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,198 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Auburn is below the national average at 222 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,430 per 100,000, 27% below the national average.
16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Auburn enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 76.0% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 24.0% |
| 79% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $78,317 |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,119 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $970 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $77,495 |
| Unemployment | 2.1% |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.7% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,142 |
| County GDP | $6,518M |
| Restaurants | 100 |
| Healthcare | 116 |
| Retail | 262 |
| Manufacturing | 92 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,380 |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.89% |
| Commute Time | 36.0 min |
| Work from Home | 7.3% |
| Census Median | $232,000 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $364,845 |
| Median List Price | $322,500 |
| Median List Price | $322,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $186 |
| Homes Sold | 14 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.8% |
| Price Drops | 30.8% |
| Inventory | 65 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,198 |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,259 |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 81.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,380 |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.89% |
| Obesity | 34.4% |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.2% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.3% |
| Depression | 21.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 81.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.9% |
| Premature Death | 9,049/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 116 |
| Total Violent | 222.2/100K |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 111.1/100K |
| Robbery | 13.9/100K |
| Assault | 97.2/100K |
| Total Property | 1,430.2/100K |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 305.5/100K |
| Theft | 1,027.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 97.2/100K |
| Arson | 13.9/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 52.4 inches |
| 38% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,011 ft (308 m) |
| Area | 6.8 sq mi (17.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,214/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.0152°N, 83.8337°W |
| County FIPS | 13157 |
Winner: Republican by 55.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.2% |
| 52% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.6% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,214/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.8 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 116 |
| Restaurants | 100 |
| Retail Stores | 262 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
| Avg Commute | 36.0 min |
| Work from Home | 7.3% |