Auburn

Auburn, Maine Overview

Auburn scores 57.7/100 overall (B+), ranking #10 of 20 cities in Maine — below the state composite of 77.3. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 82/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 45/100.

Income & Employment in Auburn

The median household income in Auburn is $66,552, 3% below the statewide median of $68,810. The local unemployment rate of 3.1% is lower than the state’s 3.2%. Population grew 0.8% recently.

Safety in Auburn

Auburn’s violent crime rate of 148.4 per 100,000 is well below both the Maine rate of 100 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 2148.3 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Auburn

With a cost of living index of 88.9, Auburn is well below the national average of 100, offering meaningful savings on everyday expenses. The median home value is $254,600. Median monthly rent is $983. Renters spend 17.7% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Auburn

The adult obesity rate in Auburn is 35.3%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 12.2%. Residents report an average of 19.2 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Maine ranks #11 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Auburn

Auburn has a high school graduation rate of 80%. The student-teacher ratio of 12.4:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Per-pupil spending is $14,797. The city has 8 public schools serving 3,179 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Auburn

The annual average temperature in Auburn is 47.7°F. Summers average 66.3°F. Winters average 28.7°F. Precipitation is abundant at 60.6 inches per year.

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