How much does it cost to rent in Auburn, ME?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Auburn, ME is $1,503. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Auburn cheaper than other Maine cities?

Auburn is among the more affordable cities in Maine, ranking #22 out of 25 cities at $1,503/mo.

When was Auburn rent data last updated?

Auburn rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · ME

Auburn

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Pop. 24,602·22nd most expensive in Maine·Auburn rents have dropped 5.8%, currently a renter's market

Median rent (all units)

$1,503/mo

Year-over-Year

-5.8%

Month-over-Month

+3.2%

vs US Median

-$462

Rising (Monthly)

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Auburn · $1,503

More affordable than 75% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

27% of income

AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,503/mo, rent takes about 27% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$60,000/yr

Local median income

$66,647/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Auburn's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$890

1 BR

$980

2 BR

$1,250

3 BR

$1,640

4 BR+

$1,820

Research median

$1,250/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

$18,036/yr

At $1,503/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (-5.8% YoY, +3.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Auburn, ME is majority owner-occupied, 27.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

24,602

Median income

$66,647

Median age

41.4

Renters

40.9%

Age distribution

21.4%

20.9%

23.7%

14.2%

19.8%

Under 1821.4%

18–3420.9%

35–5423.7%

55–6414.2%

65+19.8%

Gender

48.8%

51.2%

Male48.8%

Female51.2%

Race & ethnicity

89.7%

White89.7%

Black3.6%

Hispanic3%

Asian1.3%

Other2.5%

Education (25+)

34.1%

30.9%

27.8%

No HS diploma7.1%

HS diploma34.1%

Some college30.9%

Bachelor's+27.8%

Housing tenure

59.1%

40.9%

Owner59.1%

Renter40.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Auburn, ME has changed in 5 years

Income

$55,402 → $66,647

up 20.3%

Population

23,790 → 24,602

up 3.4%

Renter share

42% → 40.9%

-1.1 pts

Bachelor's+

28.6% → 27.8%

-0.8 pts

Median age

39.4 → 41.4

+2.0 yrs

Median household income grew from $55,402 to $66,647 between 2021 and 2024, a 20.3% shift. Headcount in the area went from 23,790 to 24,602 between 2021 and 2024, a 3.4% change.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Auburn on your salary?

At $1,503/mo, how Auburn rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 20.5% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 28.9% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 25.1% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 14% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 11% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 30.9% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 34.2% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 27.7% income

affordable

By apartment size

Auburn rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Auburn. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Auburn, ME

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Auburn is $1,503/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $890/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,250/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $980/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,640/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($66,647/yr), Auburn ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 5.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Auburn an affordable city for renters?

Auburn is considered affordable for renters. At $1,503/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($66,647/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Auburn falls comfortably within that range.

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 $60,000/year (~$29/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,503/mo in Auburn. The local median household income is $66,647/yr, meaning the typical Auburn household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Auburn?

Rent in Auburn has decreased 5.8% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Auburn rent compare to other cities in Maine?

Auburn is one of the more affordable cities in Maine for rent, ranking #22 out of 25 tracked cities at $1,503/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Auburn?

Lewiston is nearby and more affordable at $1,480/mo, which is $23 less than Auburn.

What percentage of Auburn residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 40.9% of Auburn households are renters, while 59.1% are owner-occupied. Auburn leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.