Auburn, IN vs Goshen, IN

Auburn is moderately more affordable than Goshen, with a 9.8% lower cost of living index. Auburn scores 71 compared to 78 for Goshen, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Goshen can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Auburn is $831/month compared to $1,045/month in Goshen — a 21% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Auburn is more affordable at $172,800 median vs $175,200.

Median household income in Auburn is $62,339 compared to $55,436 in Goshen (+12.5%). Auburn 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 16% of their income on rent, less than the 22.6% in Goshen.