Auburn, KS vs New Strawn, KS

Auburn, KS and New Strawn, KS have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.1% difference in their overall index. Auburn scores 68 while New Strawn scores 69 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 $889/month compared to $819/month in New Strawn — a 9% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while New Strawn has cheaper rent, Auburn actually has lower median home values ($135,700 vs $157,500).

Median household income in Auburn is $63,382 compared to $110,000 in New Strawn (-42.4%). While New Strawn 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 16.8% of their income on rent, more than the 8.9% in New Strawn.