North Auburn, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

North Auburn is a small city in California with a population of 13,833. Residents earn $72,125 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
13,833 Population 1,776/sq mi density
$72,125 Median Income $44,024 per capita
$503,400 Home Value
$1,581 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$72,125 median income, 1.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$503,400 home value, $1,581/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,125
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $503,400
79% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.3%
22% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,581
36% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.0%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

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

People

Population13,833
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density1,776/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 74%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,125
Per Capita$44,024
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty10.2%
County GDP$135,538M
Commute27 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$503,400
Rent$1,581
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain36.1 in/yr
Elevation1,482 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.3%
High School+90.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 58%
Commute27 min
Libraries32

Is North Auburn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Auburn receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. North Auburn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Auburn is $72,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Auburn is $503,400, making it a premium housing market at 79% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,581 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

North Auburn enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

North Auburn has a population of 13,833 with a density of 1,776 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.9%), with 3% Hispanic.

Population

13,833
Total Population
1,776
People / sq mi
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
7.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

North Auburn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.0%
6% above US avg
Spanish17.0%
27% above US avg

Social Characteristics

North Auburn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Auburn is $72,125, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: North Auburn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,125
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,024
Avg Weekly Wage$1,541
IRS Avg AGI$83,943

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg
Establishments (County)73,284
County GDP$135,538M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,301
Healthcare4,098
Retail3,717
Manufacturing761

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,181
77% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Work from Home13.4%

Walkability

The median home value in North Auburn is $503,400, 79% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,581 (36% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$503,400
79% above US avg
Median List Price$674,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$674,950
$/Sq Ft$336
Homes Sold11
Sale-to-List Ratio96.1%
Price Drops17.4%
Inventory23

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,581
36% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,181
77% above US avg
Effective Rate1.23%
In North Auburn, 30.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.0%
7% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity20.7%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Checkup Rate70.2%
Premature Death7,616/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.9%
Healthcare Facilities4,098

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)204

Safety Score

North Auburn has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.1 inches
5% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,482 ft (452 m)
Area7.8 sq mi (20.2 km²)
Population Density1,776/sq mi
Coordinates38.9307°N, 121.0811°W
County FIPS06067
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.4%
D 58.1%

Winner: Democrat by 19.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.3%
22% below US avg
High School+90.4%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,776/sq mi
Total Area7.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries32
Healthcare Facilities4,098
Restaurants3,301
Retail Stores3,717

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)204

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Work from Home13.4%

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