Auburn, NJ

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.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,209 Population 284/sq mi density
$201,648 Median Income $72,184 per capita
$440,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$201,648 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$440,300 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
62.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $201,648
168% higher than US avg
Home Value $440,300
56% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 62.3%
85% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.6%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,209
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density284/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A+
Median Income$201,648
Per Capita$72,184
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$7,363M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$440,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.8%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Elevation88 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+62.3%
High School+99.4%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute32 min
Libraries4

Is Auburn a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Auburn has a population of 1,209 with a density of 284 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89%), with 7.5% Black.

Population

1,209
Total Population
284
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Auburn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Auburn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Auburn is $201,648, which is 168% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Auburn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$201,648
168% above US avg
Per Capita Income$72,184
Avg Weekly Wage$1,299
IRS Avg AGI$71,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,492
County GDP$7,363M

Business (County)

Restaurants115
Healthcare143
Retail159
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,555
144% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.2 min
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Auburn is $440,300, 56% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$440,300
56% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,599
1 Bedroom$1,759
2 Bedrooms$2,132
3 Bedrooms$2,658
4 Bedrooms$3,005

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied99.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,555
144% above US avg
Effective Rate1.94%
In Auburn, 28.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.8% report depression. 19.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.6%
11% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity19.8%
Depression19.8%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.3%
Checkup Rate75.3%
Premature Death11,685/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access66.7%
Healthcare Facilities143

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Safety Score

Auburn has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation88 ft (27 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.0 km²)
Population Density284/sq mi
Coordinates39.6880°N, 75.3563°W
County FIPS34033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 62.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.8%
D 39.6%

Winner: Republican by 19.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+62.3%
85% above US avg
High School+99.4%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density284/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities143
Restaurants115
Retail Stores159

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.2 min
Work from Home8.7%

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