Auburn, IN

Indiana

Auburn is a small city in Indiana with a population of 13,464. Residents earn $62,339 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
13,464 Population 1,566/sq mi density
$62,339 Median Income $32,753 per capita
$172,800 Home Value $270,611 Zillow
$831 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
63 Violent Crime/100K 2,110 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$62,339 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$172,800 home value, $831/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
63 violent crimes/100K (84% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,339
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $172,800
39% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 63/100K
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.2%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $831
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.4%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.0%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population13,464
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density1,566/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$62,339
Per Capita$32,753
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty9.0%
County GDP$3,447M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$172,800
Rent$831
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$270,611

Crime

F
Violent63/100K
Property2,110/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault31/100K
Burglary234/100K

Health

Obesity43.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Elevation864 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.2%
High School+95.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute18 min
EV Stations3
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 crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. 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 $62,339, 17% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Auburn is $172,800, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $831 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Auburn is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 63 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,110 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Auburn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 36.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Auburn has a population of 13,464 with a density of 1,566 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%).

Population

13,464
Total Population
1,566
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
8.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Auburn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Auburn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Auburn is $62,339, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Auburn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,339
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,753
Avg Weekly Wage$1,210
IRS Avg AGI$69,935

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.0%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,084
County GDP$3,447M

Business (County)

Restaurants95
Healthcare87
Retail116
Manufacturing118

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,180
9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.2 min
Work from Home2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Auburn is $172,800, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $831 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $270,611.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$172,800
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$270,611
Median List Price$244,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$244,900
$/Sq Ft$158
Homes Sold12
Sale-to-List Ratio96.8%
Price Drops38.9%
Inventory18

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$831
29% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,180
9% below US avg
Effective Rate1.84%
In Auburn, 43.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.4%
35% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure33.9%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death8,445/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access61.4%
Healthcare Facilities87
Auburn has a violent crime rate of 63 per 100,000 residents, 84% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,110 per 100,000 (8% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent62.5/100K
84% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape31.3/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault31.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,109.9/100K
8% above US avg
Burglary234.4/100K
Theft1,812.9/100K
Vehicle Theft62.5/100K
Arson7.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Auburn has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.5 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall36.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation864 ft (263 m)
Area8.6 sq mi (22.3 km²)
Population Density1,566/sq mi
Coordinates41.3676°N, 85.0550°W
County FIPS18033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.7%
D 25.6%

Winner: Republican by 47.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.2%
34% below US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score6.01
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,566/sq mi
Total Area8.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities87
Restaurants95
Retail Stores116

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.2 min
Work from Home2.7%

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