Median Age
48 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
19%
Over 65
28%
Auburn
Auburn, CA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,531
Population
14,016
Renter Mix
41% Rent
Treasure a rich history and outdoor recreational opportunities
Historic
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Scenic
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Active
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Picturesque
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Rural
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Relaxed
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Close-Knit
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Welcoming
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Quaint
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Family-Friendly
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Located at the base of the Sierra Nevada Mountains in northern California, Auburn is a small town brimming with opportunities for outdoor recreation. Residents and visitors can kayak the American River, hike a number of trails, and admire gorgeous vistas in Auburn. Known as the “Endurance Capital of the World,” Auburn hosts some of the most challenging and competitive endurance events on the planet, including the Tevis Cup for horseback riders, the Western States Endurance Run for runners, and the Wildest Ride for bikers.
In addition to its athletic reputation, Auburn is notable for its history in the California Gold Rush. Museums like the Placer County Historical Museum, Gold Country Museum, and Bernhard Museum Complex showcase Auburn’s storied past. History lives on in Old Town Auburn, where numerous shops and restaurants occupy historic buildings and year-round special events take place. Getting around from Auburn is easy with access to I-80. Metropolitan amenities abound in nearby Sacramento, should you crave the bustle of city life.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$77,742
Average: $103,049
Education
4,482
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
6,107
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Auburn has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
41%
Non-Renters
59%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
28%
Other Education
72%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Auburn, CA is $1,010 for a studio, $1,531 for one bedroom, $1,699 for two bedrooms, and $1,455 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Auburn has decreased by 0.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,531/month
677 Sq Ft
House
$1,789/month
913 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,970/month
877 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Auburn, CA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Placer County Pathways Charter
Public
Grades K-12
293 Students
Public
Grades K-8
606 Students
Public
Grades K-5
461 Students
Public
Grades K-5
501 Students
Public
Grades K-5
282 Students
Placer County Pathways Charter
Public
Grades K-12
293 Students
Public
Grades K-8
606 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
411 Students
Placer County Special Education School
Public
Grades K-12
85 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,265 Students
Placer County Pathways Charter
Public
Grades K-12
293 Students
Placer County Special Education School
Public
Grades K-12
85 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Auburn State Recreation Area
- Placer Nature Center
- Traylor Ranch Bird Sanctuary
- Cronan Ranch Regional Trails Park
Military Bases
Airports
- Sacramento International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.