Kentucky
Auburn is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 1,715. Residents earn $46,071 per year, which is 39% below the national average.
Based on current data, Auburn receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Auburn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Auburn is $46,071, 39% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in Auburn is $118,100, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $777 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Auburn is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,260 per 100,000, 36% below the national average.
16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Auburn enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 95.7% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.3% |
| 68% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $46,071 |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,039 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,130 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,747 |
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.3% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 794 |
| County GDP | $1,331M |
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Healthcare | 47 |
| Retail | 90 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,221 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.88% |
| Commute Time | 25.2 min |
| Work from Home | 2.9% |
| Census Median | $118,100 |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $225,297 |
| Census Median Rent | $777 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 69.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,221 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.88% |
| Insurance Rate | 86.2% |
| Premature Death | 10,817/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 43.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 47 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 1,260.2/100K |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 74.1/100K |
| Theft | 1,111.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 74.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 57.0°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 53.9 inches |
| 42% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 630 ft (192 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 937/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.8645°N, 86.7096°W |
| County FIPS | 21141 |
Winner: Republican by 55.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.3% |
| 52% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 937/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.8 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 47 |
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Retail Stores | 90 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 25.2 min |
| Work from Home | 2.9% |