Auburn

Auburn, Washington Overview

Auburn scores 52.2/100 overall (C+), ranking #14 of 20 cities in Washington — below the state composite of 61.4. Environment is the city’s relative strength at 73/100, while Safety lags at 30/100.

Income & Employment in Auburn

The median household income in Auburn is $92,824, 3% above the statewide median of $90,325. The local unemployment rate of 4.4% is lower than the state’s 4.9%. Population grew 0.8% recently.

Safety in Auburn

With a violent crime rate of 602.8 per 100,000, Auburn exceeds the Washington average of 372. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 5291.3 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Auburn

Auburn has a cost of living index of 113 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $510,400. Median monthly rent is $1,713. Renters spend 22.1% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Auburn

Auburn’s adult obesity rate of 27.3% is below the national average, contributing to stronger health outcomes. The diabetes prevalence rate is 8.8%. Residents report an average of 17.6 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Washington ranks #7 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Auburn

Auburn has a high school graduation rate of 83.6%. The student-teacher ratio is 17:1. Local districts invest $18,452 per student, well above the national median. The city has 31 public schools serving 22,659 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Auburn

Auburn enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 59.3°F. Summers average 70.5°F. Winters average 43.7°F. Annual precipitation is 20.9 inches. The mean commute time is 28.2 minutes, compared to 23.1 for Washington overall.

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