Median Income
$76,250
1% higher than US avg
Home Value
$109,400
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
3.5%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,021
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.7%
30% lower than US avg
How Mount Auburn Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population183
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density732/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans11.5%
Economy
B+
Median Income$76,250
Per Capita$27,913
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$1,137M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$109,400
Rent$1,021
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$221,868
Rent Burden22.0%
Health
Obesity40.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation886 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+3.5%
High School+91.3%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute29 min
Broadband70.0%
Libraries10
Is Mount Auburn a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Mount Auburn receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Mount Auburn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Mount Auburn is $76,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Mount Auburn is $109,400, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,021 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Mount Auburn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 33.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Mount Auburn has a population of 183 with a density of 732 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.2%).
Population
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Mount Auburn vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Mount Auburn vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Mount Auburn is $76,250, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income: Mount Auburn vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $76,250 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,913 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,043 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $78,010 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.0% |
| 39% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.7% |
| 30% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 720 |
| County GDP | $1,137M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Healthcare | 53 |
| Retail | 85 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,120 |
| 18% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.77% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 87.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Mount Auburn is $109,400, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,021 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $221,868.
Home Values
| Census Median | $109,400 |
| 61% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $221,868 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,021 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 22.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,120 |
| 18% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.77% |
In Mount Auburn, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Mount Auburn vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.4% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.0% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.8% |
| Depression | 21.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.5% |
| Physical Distress | 11.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.0% |
| Premature Death | 6,615/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 44.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 53 |
Crime Rates: Mount Auburn vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Mount Auburn has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-8°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 46.0°F |
| 15% below US avg |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.9 inches |
| 0% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 33.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 886 ft (270 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 732/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.2573°N, 92.0939°W |
| County FIPS | 19011 |