Auburn, GA

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.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
8,222 Population 1,214/sq mi density
$78,317 Median Income $28,119 per capita
$232,000 Home Value $364,845 Zillow
$1,198 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
222 Violent Crime/100K 1,430 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$78,317 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$232,000 home value, $1,198/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
222 violent crimes/100K (42% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,317
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $232,000
18% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 222/100K
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.2%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,198
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

How Auburn Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population8,222
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density1,214/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 68%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,317
Per Capita$28,119
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$6,518M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$232,000
Rent$1,198
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$364,845

Crime

F
Violent222/100K
Property1,430/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault97/100K
Burglary305/100K

Health

Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain52.4 in/yr
Elevation1,011 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.2%
High School+82.6%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute36 min
Libraries6

Is Auburn a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Auburn has a population of 8,222 with a density of 1,214 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.4%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 8.7% Black.

Population

8,222
Total Population
1,214
People / sq mi
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
6.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Auburn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.0%
3% below US avg
Spanish24.0%
79% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Auburn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Auburn is $78,317, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Auburn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,317
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$28,119
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$77,495

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,142
County GDP$6,518M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare116
Retail262
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,380
25% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.0 min
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Auburn is $232,000, 18% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,198 (3% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $364,845.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$232,000
18% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$364,845
Median List Price$322,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$322,500
$/Sq Ft$186
Homes Sold14
Sale-to-List Ratio98.8%
Price Drops30.8%
Inventory65

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,198
3% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,259

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$979
1 Bedroom$1,023
2 Bedrooms$1,203
3 Bedrooms$1,524
4 Bedrooms$1,775

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,380
25% above US avg
Effective Rate1.89%
In Auburn, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Auburn vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma10.1%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.1%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death9,049/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access45.1%
Healthcare Facilities116
Auburn has a violent crime rate of 222 per 100,000 residents, 42% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,430 per 100,000 (27% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Auburn vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent222.2/100K
42% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape111.1/100K
Robbery13.9/100K
Assault97.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,430.2/100K
27% below US avg
Burglary305.5/100K
Theft1,027.5/100K
Vehicle Theft97.2/100K
Arson13.9/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Auburn has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.4 inches
38% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,011 ft (308 m)
Area6.8 sq mi (17.5 km²)
Population Density1,214/sq mi
Coordinates34.0152°N, 83.8337°W
County FIPS13157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.3%
D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 55.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.2%
52% below US avg
High School+82.6%
School Test Score4.92
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,214/sq mi
Total Area6.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities116
Restaurants100
Retail Stores262

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.0 min
Work from Home7.3%

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