Auburn, CA vs La Quinta, CA

Auburn, CA and La Quinta, CA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.6% difference in their overall index. Auburn scores 134 while La Quinta scores 141 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Auburn is $1,432/month compared to $1,747/month in La Quinta — a 18% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Auburn has cheaper rent, La Quinta actually has lower median home values ($612,800 vs $642,400).

Median household income in Auburn is $77,760 compared to $97,628 in La Quinta (-20.4%). While La Quinta is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Auburn spend roughly 22.1% of their income on rent, more than the 21.5% in La Quinta.