Auburn, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Sangamon County County
Auburn, IL
At a Glance
How Auburn Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Auburn's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Auburn a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Auburn residents earn a median household income of $79,475 , which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,953. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,970 business establishments, including 544 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Auburn is $145,400 , 48% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $177,306. Median rent is $911/month, with 22.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1973.
Safety & Crime
Auburn reports 227 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 40% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 499/100K.
Education
25.6% of adults in Auburn hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below the national average). 98.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Auburn has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.