Auburn, NE vs Bayard, NE

Bayard is moderately more affordable than Auburn, with a 10.4% lower cost of living index. Auburn scores 63 compared to 57 for Bayard, 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 $774/month compared to $553/month in Bayard — a 40% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Bayard has cheaper rent, Auburn actually has lower median home values ($98,900 vs $107,900).

Median household income in Auburn is $58,674 compared to $61,818 in Bayard (-5.1%). Bayard 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 15.8% of their income on rent, more than the 10.7% in Bayard.

Climate-wise, Auburn is notably warmer with an average of 53.1°F compared to 49.9°F in Bayard. Auburn receives more rainfall at 34.7" per year compared to 15.7" in Bayard.