Auburn, IL vs Kirkland, IL

Auburn is moderately more affordable than Kirkland, with a 14.2% lower cost of living index. Auburn scores 71 compared to 83 for Kirkland, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Kirkland can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Auburn is $911/month compared to $1,050/month in Kirkland — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Auburn is more affordable at $145,400 median vs $187,800.

Median household income in Auburn is $79,475 compared to $92,500 in Kirkland (-14.1%). The higher salaries in Kirkland partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Auburn spend roughly 13.8% of their income on rent, more than the 13.6% in Kirkland.