Auburn, NE vs Wood River, NE

Auburn, NE and Wood River, NE have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.1% difference in their overall index. Auburn scores 63 while Wood River scores 66 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 $774/month compared to $820/month in Wood River — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Auburn is more affordable at $98,900 median vs $131,400.

Median household income in Auburn is $58,674 compared to $76,591 in Wood River (-23.4%). While Wood River 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 15.8% of their income on rent, more than the 12.8% in Wood River.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (53.1°F vs 51.9°F). Auburn receives more rainfall at 34.7" per year compared to 26.4" in Wood River.