Livability Score

82
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities A+

There are lots of amenities close to this location.
Coffee (36) A+
Gibs Coffee Company
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Zola's Cafe
Coffee Shop
Java Junction Cafe
Coffee Shop
BigFoot Java
Coffee Shop
The Queen Bean Espresso
Coffee Shop
Aberdeen Cafe
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Espresso Stop
Coffee Shop
Java Junction
Coffee Shop
Rainbow Cafe
Coffee Shop
Donut & Muffin Factory
Coffee Shop
Unknown Name
Coffee Shop
BigFoot Java
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Espresso
Coffee Shop
BigFoot Java
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Brimstone's
Coffee Shop
Beankini Espresso
Coffee Shop
The Orchard
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Emerald Smoothie
Coffee Shop
Gravity Coffee Co.
Coffee Shop
Le Donut
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (10) B
Unknown Name
Water Park
White River Historical Museum
Museum
Auburn Pool
Water Park
Auburn Avenue Theatre
Theatre Arts
Auburn Dance Center
Theatre Arts
Regal Auburn Stadium 17
Cinema
Ampitheatre
Theatre Arts
Richard Jahn Art Gallery
Art Gallery
Emerald Downs Racetrack & Casino
Stadium
Emerald Downs
Attraction
Food and Drink (81) C+
Gor Gai Thai Street Food
Fast Food
Baskin-Robbins
Sweets
Papa John's
Fast Food
Donut Star
Fast Food
Dairy Queen
Fast Food
Domino's
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Frugal's
Fast Food
Unknown Name
Fast Food
Super Teriyaki
Fast Food
Papa Murphy's
Fast Food
Jack in the Box
Fast Food
Spunky Monkey Bar and Grill
Bar
Herfy's
Fast Food
Little Caesars
Fast Food
Liquor & Wine
Alcohol
The Rainier Room
Bar
KFC
Fast Food
Sweet Shoppe
Sweets
CRFT Beers
Alcohol
Soho Teriyaki
Fast Food
MOD Pizza
Fast Food
Sizzle Dogs
Fast Food
Fitness (13) A+
Auburn Senior Center
Community Centre
Young Life
Community Centre
Corestar Pilates
Gym
American Legion Auburn Post #78
Community Centre
Longevita Pilates & Yoga Studio
Gym
Turning Point Studios
Gym
Summit Fitness
Gym
FitBody Boot Camp
Gym
LA Fitness
Gym
Junior Achievement - Auburn
Community Centre
Auburn Gymnastics Center
Gym
Super Jump Party Zone
Gym
Karate Northwest
Gym
Pacific Community Center
Community Centre
Groceries (13) B
Auburn's Main Street Market
Grocery Store
Campeón Market Auburn
Grocery Store
Proper British Bacon
Butcher
El Mercado Latino
Grocery Store
Safeway
Grocery Store
Grocery Outlet
Grocery Store
Marvel Food & Deli
Grocery Store
Fred Meyer
Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Saar's Super Saver Foods
Grocery Store
Green Valley Meats
Butcher
Soos Creek Hatchery
Seafood
Dhotsons
Grocery Store
Albertsons
Grocery Store
Parks (190) A+
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Park
Les Gove Park
Park
Discovery Playground
Playground
Unknown Name
Playground
Fenster Property
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Playground
Indian Tom Park
Park
Frank Fulmer Park
Park
Bicentennial Park
Park
Scootie Brown Park
Park
Auburn Memorial Stadium
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
Veteran's Memorial Park
Park
Terminal Park
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
Lea Hill Tennis and Basketball Courts
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
21st Street Playground
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Playground
Forest Villa Mini Park
Park
Auburndale Park
Park
GSA Park
Park
Shops (235) A+
Food Mart
Convenience Store
First Impressions Hair Design
Hairdresser
Human Society Thrift Store
Pets
Computer Connection
Electronics
Hair Net
Hairdresser
Villa Barber Shop
Hairdresser
Serenity Massage & Wellness
Beauty
Food Mart
Convenience Store
Diamond Nails
Beauty
Unknown Name
Convenience Store
Mi Tienda Latina III
Convenience Store
The Barber Shop
Hairdresser
Magic Nails
Beauty
Mayellas
Clothing
Wild Cuts
Hairdresser
The Nail Zone
Beauty
Micronesia & Islander Grocery
Convenience Store
La Favorita Mexican Store
Convenience Store
Pampered Pooch
Pets
Ardissone Jewlers
Fashion
Auburn Valley Barber Shop
Hairdresser
My Goods Market
Convenience Store
Evergreeen Eye Center
Optician
Unknown Name
Convenience Store
Safeway Convenience Store
Convenience Store
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 5.6% take public transportation in Auburn.
Public Transit Stops (137)
Stops & Stations A+
M St NE & 1st St NE
Bus Stop
M St NE & 1st St NE
Bus Stop
E Main St & K St NE
Bus Stop
E Main St & K St NE
Bus Stop
M St NE & 4th St NE
Bus Stop
M St NE & 4th St NE
Bus Stop
Unknown Name
Bus Stop
M St NE & 6th St NE
Bus Stop
E Main St & D St NE
Bus Stop
M St NE & 6th St NE
Bus Stop
E Main St & D St NE
Bus Stop
17th St SE & J St SE
Bus Stop
17th St SE & K St SE
Bus Stop
2nd St SE & B St SE
Bus Stop
8th St NE & Henry Rd
Bus Stop
8th St NE & Harvey Rd NE
Bus Stop
17th St SE & H St SE
Bus Stop
8th St NE & Pike St NE
Bus Stop
K St SE & 18th St SE
Bus Stop
17th St SE & G St SE
Bus Stop
K St SE & 18th St SE
Bus Stop
2nd St SE & B St SE
Bus Stop
SE 320th St & 104th Ave SE
Bus Stop
SE 320th St & 104th Ave SE
Bus Stop
1st St NE & B St NE
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
5.6% B
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cost of living F

The cost of living in Auburn is 132/100 - which is 12% higher than Washington.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. F
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax A+
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crime F

Auburn crime rates are 5,642 per 100k, which is 51% higher than Washington
Property Crime
5,142 crimes per 100k F
Violent Crime
500 crimes per 100k F
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employment A+

The median income in Auburn is $76,410 - which is 22% higher than Washington.
Med. Household Income
$76,410 B+
Unemployment Rate
3.1% B
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health A+

There are many hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (93)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. A+
White River
Doctor
Auburn Chiropractic Clinic
Doctor
Urgent Care Chiropractic
Doctor
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
Todd Stainhart, DMD
Dentist
Stanley Cho, DDS
Dentist
Victor Marfo, DDS PS
Dentist
John Clifford, DDS
Dentist
Karsten Ingebrigtsen, DDS
Dentist
John B. Carpenter, DDS
Dentist
Jen Tai Chen, DDS MS
Dentist
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Jeffery J. Matson, DDS
Dentist
Outpatient Physsical Therapy
Doctor
Auburn Valley Endodontics
Dentist
Robert M. Pavalunas, DDS PS
Dentist
Shaun Lee, DDS
Dentist
Auburn Oral & Facial Surgery
Doctor
Auburn Family Dental
Dentist
Dr. Woloshyn & Norgberg, Orthodontists
Dentist
Dr. Russell W. Faria Family Physician
Doctor
Elizabeth Padilla
Dentist
Great Northwest Dental
Dentist
Dale K. Price, DDS
Dentist
Robert N. Nieman, DDS
Dentist
Air Quality
Median Air Quality C-
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housing A+

Auburn home prices are $356,200 - which is 32% higher than Washington
Home Price
$356,200 A+
Home Appreciation Rate
32% A+
Home Affordability
4.7x (home price to income ratio) F
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schools C

The Auburn graduation rate is 81% - which is 6% lower than Washington
School Test Scores
48% F
High School Grad. Rates
81% D+
Elementary Schools (33) C-
Valley Christian School
Washington Elementary School
Special Ed School
Terminal Park Elementary School
Olympic Middle School
Holy Family Catholic School
Green River Montessori
Pioneer Elementary School
Dick Scobee Elementary School
Chinook Elementary School
Gildo Rey Elementary School
Cascade Middle School
Rainier Middle School
Mt Baker Middle School
Hazelwood Elementary School
Lea Hill Elementary School
Evergreen Heights Elementary
Ilalko Elementary School
Alpac Elementary School
Buena Vista Sda School
Overcomer Academy
Meredith Hill Elementary School
Rainier Christian Schools-Kent View Elementary
Lakeland Hills Elementary
Meadow Ridge Elementary School
High Schools (9) D-
Auburn Senior High School
Special Ed School
Auburn Opportunity Project
West Auburn Senior High School
Auburn Riverside High School
Auburn Adventist Academy
Auburn Mountainview High School
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ratings C

Auburn has an overall rating of 63% from 12 reviews.
User Reviews (2)
From AreaVibes C+
User Surveys (10)
From AreaVibes D+
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Lots of crime, roads are treacherous. 3 rating By Anonymous ( Dec 10, 2020) Really not finding much to enjoy about living here. Half of drivers cannot merge, they merely get pushed into traffic by the fog line while the other half play need for speed on public roads, commute to and from work is very dangerous and stressful. In a typical day I pass 4 car ...Read More crashes, very grateful to have not been involved in one yet.

Area is VERY expensive appears that everyone is dual income here, idk how you could make it on a single income without a very good job.

Crime is out of control I have witness robberies while shopping and vehicles at my work are routinely broken into. Hoping to move soon, do not recommend auburn or the surrounding area. Read Less
Auburn, WA: City Review 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( Feb 17, 2015) I lived in Auburn, WA for several years while I worked at the Boeing plant that is located there. Overall, I really enjoyed my experience while I lived in Auburn. The biggest draw to Auburn is the fact that the economy there is great. There are plenty of jobs, and people are gene ...Read More rally very well off. Since 2000, the size of the city has roughly doubled. With the huge population increase there has been an increase in traffic, but it is not as bad as many growing cities. While I lived in Auburn, I really enjoyed the community. Everyone there is middle class or upper middle class for the most part and are friendly. There are several different attractions, mostly typical local places to go along with some parks and recreation facilities provided by the government.

If you are looking for a city that has a huge bar and club scene, this is probably not the city for you. There are some things to do at night, but the entertainment is geared towards married families with children. There are many city related attractions and decent restaurants for a city of its size. While I was there, I had to drive at least thirty minutes to get to any real party scene. So if you are in your twenties and are single, this may not be the best city to live in. However, overall I really did enjoy my short commute to work while I lived there, along with the very friendly people. There are very few crimes in this area, which is something I really appreciate. I would recommend this city greatly to any young family just starting out, or maybe those who a are bit older that want a large city feel without the partying. Read Less
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      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Auburn? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Unknown Name
      Unknown Name
      Les Gove Park
      Discovery Playground
      Unknown Name
      Fenster Property
      Unknown Name
      Unknown Name

      Entertainment

      Unknown Name
      White River Historical Museum
      Auburn Pool
      Auburn Avenue Theatre
      Auburn Dance Center
      Regal Auburn Stadium 17
      Ampitheatre
      Richard Jahn Art Gallery

      Food & Drink

      Gor Gai Thai Street Food
      Baskin-Robbins
      Papa John's
      Donut Star
      Dairy Queen
      Domino's
      McDonald's
      Taco Bell

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Auburn? Of all people who commute, 5.6% take public transportation in Auburn.
      Drive to Work
      75%

      2% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      6%

      equal to the US average

      Walk to Work
      2%

      1% lower than the US average

      F Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Auburn? The cost of living in Auburn is 132/100 - which is 12% higher than Washington.
      Auburn
      132

      32% more expensive than average

      Washington
      118

      18% more expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      F Crime

      What is the crime rate in Auburn? Auburn crime rates are 5,642, which are 51% higher than Washington
      Total Crime
      5,642 per 100k people

      143% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 18

      143% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      13%

      Year over year crime is up

      A+ Employment

      What is the median income in Auburn? The median income in Auburn is $76,410 which is 22% higher than Washington.
      Median household income
      $76,41038% higher than the US average
      Income per capita
      $35,28818% higher than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      3%

      33% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Auburn a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Multicare Auburn Medical Center

      Pharmacies

      Bartell Drugs
      Safeway
      Rite Aid
      Walgreens
      Walgreens
      Walgreens
      Rite Aid

      Doctors

      Forest Villa Chiropractic
      Auburn Chiropractic Center
      HealthPoint - Cascade Surgery Center
      White River
      Advise Chiropractic
      Auburn Oral & Facial Surgery
      Dr. Steven D. Smith, DO
      Dr. Sheila Z. Kennedy, DO

      A+ Housing

      What are Auburn home prices? Auburn home prices are $356,200 - which is 32% higher than Washington
      Median home value
      $356,20093% higher than the US average
      Median rent price
      $1,31438% higher than the US average
      Home Ownership
      60%

      6% lower than the US average

      C Schools

      Does Auburn have good schools? The Auburn graduation rate is 81% - which is 6% lower than Washington
      High school grad. rates
      81%

      2% lower than the US average

      School test scores
      48%

      equal to the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      20:1

      23% higher than the US average

      C User Ratings

      Is Auburn a good place to live? Auburn has an overall rating of 63% from 12 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      63%

      12 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      65%

      2 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      58%

      10 total surveys

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