Auburn, KS vs Ellsworth, KS

Ellsworth is moderately more affordable than Auburn, with a 6.5% lower cost of living index. Auburn scores 68 compared to 64 for Ellsworth, 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 $889/month compared to $693/month in Ellsworth — a 28% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Ellsworth has cheaper rent, Auburn actually has lower median home values ($135,700 vs $143,600).

Median household income in Auburn is $63,382 compared to $65,357 in Ellsworth (-3%). Ellsworth 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 16.8% of their income on rent, more than the 12.7% in Ellsworth.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (55.4°F vs 55.8°F). Auburn receives more rainfall at 36.7" per year compared to 29.7" in Ellsworth.