F
50%
Overall NAT. AVG.
8%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
135%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Auburn Lake Trails California National
Cost of living150141100
Groceries108111100
Health care112116100
Housing235197100
Transportation116118100
Utilities117119100
Lifestyle & Entertainment115120100
Household Items109111100
Education & Childcare125127100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Auburn Lake Trails is 7% higher than the California average
  • The cost of living in Auburn Lake Trails is 50% higher than the national average
  • Auburn Lake Trails housing is 135% higher than the national average
  • California general sales tax is 42% higher than the national average
  • California state income tax is 61% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$159,153$13,263$3,713$4,775
      Renters$162,203$13,517$3,784$4,867

      California Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      California 7.25% 10.5%

      California Income Tax

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      California 1% 13.3%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.