Auburn, AL vs Enterprise, AL

Enterprise is moderately more affordable than Auburn, with a 12.9% lower cost of living index. Auburn scores 90 compared to 80 for Enterprise, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Auburn can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Auburn is $1,034/month compared to $1,058/month in Enterprise — a 2% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Auburn has cheaper rent, Enterprise actually has lower median home values ($198,500 vs $342,400).

Median household income in Auburn is $56,123 compared to $68,306 in Enterprise (-17.8%). Enterprise offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Auburn spend roughly 22.1% of their income on rent, more than the 18.6% in Enterprise.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (66.6°F vs 67.8°F). Enterprise receives more rainfall at 53.9" per year compared to 48.8" in Auburn.