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Auburn, New York

city · Cayuga County

At a glance

26,285
Population
$152,800
Median home value (all homes)
50% below U.S. median
$229,007
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$897/mo
Median rent
33% below U.S. median
$51,052
Median household income
35% below U.S. median
19.7 min
Average commute
88.3%
Homes with broadband
89.34%
Locations with fiber available
4.9%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 95 — 5% below the national average. how it's computed

Housing32% below
Goods & services2% below
Utilities14% above
Taxes49% above
Insurance11% above
Commute cost25% below
For business: New York is CBII band 4/5 · time to build band 4/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college10 mi
Nearest community college1 mi
Nearest technical college1 mi
High school graduates87.2%
College graduates21%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Auburn Economic Development
The Office of Planning and Economic Development is responsible for ensuring that physical and community development occurs in a rational and comprehensive manner that addresses community needs and governmental priorities. The office is involved in housing, human services, public infrastructure, neighborhood stabilization, comprehensive planning, zoning, downtown revitalization and historic preservation. It administers Community Development Block Grant Funds including the Home Repair Assistance Program, Sidewalk Replacement Program and Community Development Support Services, and provides staff support to the Planning Board, Design Review Committee, Historic Resources Review Board and the Homeless Task Force.
state Lysander  Economic Development
The Town of Lysander Economic Development page describes Lysander as home to companies and organizations of all sizes and highlights resources for easy access to transportation, land for expansion, water supply, and a skilled workforce.
state Queensbury Economic Development
The Town of Queensbury's Economic Development Department aims to maintain a diversified and sustainable local economy by supporting existing businesses and attracting new ones, and offers assistance to individuals and companies wishing to do business in Queensbury.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateNo

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