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Auburn

Pop. 13,768·329th most expensive in California·Rental market data updated monthly for Auburn, CA
Median rent (all units)
$2,090/mo
Year-over-Year
+0.3%
Month-over-Month
+5.2%
vs US Median
+$125
Rising (Monthly)
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Auburn · $2,090
More expensive than 64% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
65/100
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Rents are 8% below what Auburn's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,090/mo
Expected by trend
$2,262/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,490
1 BR
$1,570
2 BR
$1,960
3 BR
$2,670
4 BR+
$3,105
Research median
$1,960/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$25,080/yr
At $2,090/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.3% YoY, +5.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Auburn, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 40.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
13,768
Median income
$82,674
Median age
47.5
Renters
37.6%
Age distribution
17%
17.9%
21.4%
16.6%
27%
Under 1817%
18–3417.9%
35–5421.4%
55–6416.6%
65+27%
Gender
46.5%
53.5%
Male46.5%
Female53.5%
Race & ethnicity
80.3%
White80.3%
Black0.6%
Hispanic11.6%
Asian2.1%
Other5.4%
Education (25+)
18.8%
34.6%
40.6%
No HS diploma6.1%
HS diploma18.8%
Some college34.6%
Bachelor's+40.6%
Housing tenure
62.4%
37.6%
Owner62.4%
Renter37.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Auburn, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,714 → $2,090
up 21.9%
Income
$72,409 → $82,674
up 14.2%
Population
13,738 → 13,768
up 0.2%
Renter share
39.1% → 37.6%
-1.5 pts
Bachelor's+
39.4% → 40.6%
+1.2 pts
Median age
48.2 → 47.5
-0.7 yrs

The median rent in Auburn, CA stood at $1,714 in 2021 and currently runs about $2,090, reflecting a 21.9% increase over the period. Census figures show median household income at $82,674 today, compared with $72,409 five years earlier. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. Renters now make up 37.6% of households, compared with 39.1% five years ago. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Auburn rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Auburn, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Auburn is $2,090/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,490/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,960/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,570/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,670/mo.

At 30% of local median household income ($82,674/yr), Auburn ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Auburn an affordable city for renters?

Auburn is considered moderate for renters. At $2,090/mo, rent takes approximately 30% of the local median household income ($82,674/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Auburn slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Auburn?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $84,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,090/mo in Auburn. The local median household income is $82,674/yr, meaning the typical Auburn household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Auburn?

Rent in Auburn has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.3% change year over year as of July 2026.

Which Auburn neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Auburn are 95602 ($1,985/mo), and 95603 ($2,137/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Auburn is $2,090/mo.

How does Auburn rent compare to other cities in California?

Auburn is one of the more affordable cities in California for rent, ranking #329 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,090/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Auburn?

Grass Valley is nearby and more affordable at $2,036/mo, which is $54 less than Auburn.

What percentage of Auburn residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 37.6% of Auburn households are renters, while 62.4% are owner-occupied. Auburn leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Auburn rent compare to the national average?

Auburn's median rent of $2,090/mo is $125 (6%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #329 out of 387 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
30%
MODERATE

At $2,090/mo, rent takes ~30% of Auburn's median household income ($82,674/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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