Auburn, WV

West Virginia

Auburn is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 90. Residents earn $21,875 per year, which is 71% below the national average.

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
90 Population 265/sq mi density
$21,875 Median Income $6,303 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$21,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $21,875
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.7%
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 53.8%
334% higher than US avg

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

People

Population90
Median Age50.3 yrs
Density265/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans51.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$21,875
Per Capita$6,303
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty53.8%
County GDP$665M
Commute48 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.5%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain49.1 in/yr
Elevation831 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.7%
High School+72.5%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute48 min
Broadband26.0%
Libraries2

Is Auburn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Auburn receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Auburn has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Auburn is $21,875, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 53.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Auburn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.1 inches, including 23.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Auburn has a population of 90 with a density of 265 people per square mile. The median age is 50.3 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

90
Total Population
265
People / sq mi
50.3yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Auburn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Auburn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Auburn is $21,875, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 53.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes.

Income: Auburn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,875
71% below US avg
Per Capita Income$6,303
Avg Weekly Wage$1,284
IRS Avg AGI$66,575

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate53.8%
334% above US avg
Establishments (County)129
County GDP$665M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare10
Retail6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,500
57% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time47.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$714
1 Bedroom$766
2 Bedrooms$945
3 Bedrooms$1,231
4 Bedrooms$1,380

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied46.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,500
57% below US avg
In Auburn, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.5% report depression. 36.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.0%
34% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure39.4%
Asthma12.8%
COPD11.0%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity36.0%
Depression33.5%
Mental Distress24.6%
Physical Distress17.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate77.8%
Premature Death9,796/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access15.8%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Auburn has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.1 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall23.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation831 ft (253 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density265/sq mi
Coordinates39.0962°N, 80.8562°W
County FIPS54017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.3-point margin. 26.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86%
D 12.7%

Winner: Republican by 73.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.7%
59% below US avg
High School+72.5%
School Test Score4.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density265/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access26.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants6
Retail Stores6

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute47.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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