Cost of Living in Auburn, WA
Population: 85,455 • 2026 Data
$95,367
Median Household Income
+23% vs national
$1,713
Median Monthly Rent
+27% vs national
$510,400
Median Home Value
+51% vs national
5.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Auburn
The median home value in Auburn, WA is $510,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,713, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,860.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.6%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Auburn, WA is $95,367. The unemployment rate stands at 5.3%, with a labor force of 46,562 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.