Auburn, ME
Full City Profile · Maine · Androscoggin County County
Auburn, ME
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 $66,552 , which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,413. The unemployment rate stands at 5.8% (61% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,600 business establishments, including 254 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Auburn is $254,600 , 10% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $326,716. Median rent is $983/month, with 29.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1953.
Safety & Crime
Auburn reports 220 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 42% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,464/100K.
Education
28.9% of adults in Auburn hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below the national average). 91.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Auburn has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.