Auburn, NY vs Newark, NY

Auburn, NY and Newark, NY have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.8% difference in their overall index. Auburn scores 72 while Newark scores 75 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 $867/month compared to $1,012/month in Newark — a 14% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Auburn has cheaper rent, Newark actually has lower median home values ($122,600 vs $143,600).

Median household income in Auburn is $49,377 compared to $58,096 in Newark (-15%). While Newark 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 21.1% of their income on rent, more than the 20.9% in Newark.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (48.5°F vs 48.7°F). Auburn receives more rainfall at 39.9" per year compared to 30.2" in Newark.