New Jersey · Metropolitan Area
Auburn is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 1,209. Residents earn $201,648 per year, which is 168% above the national average.
Based on current data, Auburn receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Auburn stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Auburn is $201,648, which is significantly higher than the national average — 168% above $75,149. This places Auburn among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
The median home value in Auburn is $440,300, making it a premium housing market at 56% above the U.S. median of $281,900. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Auburn is a highly educated community — 62.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Auburn enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 96.7% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.3% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $201,648 |
| 168% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $72,184 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,299 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,530 |
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,492 |
| County GDP | $7,363M |
| Restaurants | 115 |
| Healthcare | 143 |
| Retail | 159 |
| Manufacturing | 39 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,555 |
| 144% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.94% |
| Commute Time | 32.2 min |
| Work from Home | 8.7% |
| Census Median | $440,300 |
| 56% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 99.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,555 |
| 144% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.94% |
| Obesity | 28.6% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.1% |
| Heart Disease | 4.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.5% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 4.5% |
| Stroke | 2.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.8% |
| Depression | 19.8% |
| Mental Distress | 16.7% |
| Physical Distress | 10.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 99.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.3% |
| Premature Death | 11,685/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 143 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 19 |
| Annual Average | 57.1°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 41.7 inches |
| 10% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 88 ft (27 m) |
| Area | 4.3 sq mi (11.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 284/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.6880°N, 75.3563°W |
| County FIPS | 34033 |
Winner: Republican by 19.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 62.3% |
| 85% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 99.4% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 284/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.3 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 143 |
| Restaurants | 115 |
| Retail Stores | 159 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 19 |
| Avg Commute | 32.2 min |
| Work from Home | 8.7% |