Auburn, MI vs Milan, MI

Auburn is moderately more affordable than Milan, with a 10.2% lower cost of living index. Auburn scores 76 compared to 85 for Milan, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Milan can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Auburn is $1,036/month compared to $1,083/month in Milan — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Auburn is more affordable at $157,500 median vs $233,700.

Median household income in Auburn is $68,935 compared to $93,016 in Milan (-25.9%). While Milan 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 18% of their income on rent, more than the 14% in Milan.