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Living in
North Auburn.
North Auburn is an unincorporated community in Placer County, CA. It has no city government: the county runs it, and the Census counts it as its own place.
About
Life in North Auburn
If you're considering North Auburn, know that you're looking at a quiet, aging community in Placer County that functions as a bedroom suburb within the Sacramento metro area—not a destination unto itself. The median household income sits around $71,056, which is solid middle-class territory, though the median home value of $530,400 reflects California's housing reality; about 60% of residents own their homes, so there's real stability here. The job market is reasonably stable with unemployment at 4.3%, though most people commute into Sacramento or nearby employment centers (average commute is about 27 minutes), so you'll want to factor that into your daily life.
North Auburn at a Glance
Population, income, housing and more
Median Age
45.5 yrs
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Foreign-Born
13.3%
Broadband Internet
88.0%
of households
Population Growth
-3.1%
recent change · Census Bureau
Median household income
Demographics13.3% foreign-born, most often from Mexico
Who lives in North Auburn: race and ethnicity, ages, households, languages and countries of origin
In North Auburn, the largest foreign-born group is from Mexico (41.6%), and 14.3% of residents speak Spanish at home.
Under 18
18.0%
of residents
65 and Older
27.2%
of residents
Households with Kids
27.2%
anyone under 18
Living Alone
31.0%
of households
Married Couples
44.2%
of households
Avg Household Size
2.36
people
Race & Ethnicity
Hispanic or Latino of any race; other groups are non-Hispanic
Top countries of origin (foreign-born)
Languages Spoken at Home
Cost of Livingrent 14% below CA average
Rent, home values, and income in North Auburn
In North Auburn, rent runs 14% below the CA average, and home values are 28% below the CA average.
Median rent (per month)
Median home value
Rent Burdened
49.7%
spending 30%+ of income on rent
Severely Rent Burdened
26.4%
spending 50%+
Cost of Living Index
106.7
metro area (BEA) · US avg = 100
Median Property Tax
$4,629
per year, owner-occupied homes
Homeowners
64.2%
of occupied homes are owned
Typical Home Built
1981
median year built
Vacant Homes
6.0%
of housing units
Jobs & Economyunemployment 1.2 pts below CA average
Unemployment in North Auburn and typical pay across the metro area
Unemployment in Placer County, which includes North Auburn, is 1.2 percentage points lower than the CA average.
Unemployment rate
North Auburn: Placer County rate (county-wide) · BLS annual average
Unemployment Rate — 10 Year Trend
Placer County (county-wide) · Annual averages
North Auburn is about 3% of Placer County’s population, so county-wide figures may differ from local conditions.
What North Auburn Residents Do for Work · share of employed residents by industry
City residents, wherever they work
Median Salary by Occupation · metro area
Sacramento--Roseville--Arden-Arcade, CA metro area
Commute27.1 min avg
How North Auburn residents get to work, and the nearest airports
In North Auburn, most residents drive alone to work (69%), and 63% get there in under 30 minutes.
How People Get to Work
Commute Time Distribution
Nearest airports · with airline service
- 32 mi
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Medium hub6.8M passengers boarded in 2025
- 114 mi
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Major hub26.3M passengers boarded in 2025
Straight-line distance. Size is the FAA’s hub category, based on passenger traffic: regional airports may have only a few flights a day.
Safetyviolent crime 9% below national average
Crime rates for 2025
Violent crime in the area policed by the Placer County Sheriff's Office, which covers North Auburn, runs 9% below the national average.
Violent Crime Rate
298.9
per 100,000 residents
Below average (329 national, 2025)
Property Crime Rate
673.4
per 100,000 residents
Below average (1,552 national, 2025)
Policed by Placer County Sheriff's Office (county-wide rate)
Natural DisastersHeavy Snow most common — 68 events in 2025
Natural hazard risk, storms and earthquakes
FEMA National Risk Index
Relatively Moderate
93.1 / 100
Compares expected losses from natural hazards, social vulnerability and community resilience against every US county (higher = more risk).
Placer County, county-wide · FEMA NRI December 2025
In Placer County, which includes North Auburn, the most common type is heavy snow, with 68 recorded events in 2025.
Most common events:
Storm events by year
| Year | Events | Top Type | Property Damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 68 | Heavy Snow | None reported |
| 2024 | 109 | Heavy Snow | $90,000 |
| 2023 | 87 | Heavy Snow | $20,000 |
| 2022 | 82 | High Wind | $25,000 |
| 2021 | 78 | Winter Weather | None reported |
| 2020 | 66 | Winter Weather | None reported |
| 2019 | 62 | Winter Weather | None reported |
| 2018 | 56 | Heavy Snow | None reported |
Property damage is the National Weather Service's estimate filed with each event. “None reported” means the events were logged with $0 damage; “Not estimated” means no estimate was filed. Storms covering several counties aren't counted here, since NOAA doesn't split their damage by county.
205 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5+ within 100 miles in the past year
Placer County, county-wide
North Auburn is about 3% of Placer County’s population, so county-wide figures may differ from local conditions.
Air Quality52 median AQI — Moderate
Days by air quality category (2025)
Air quality in Placer County, which includes North Auburn, is typically moderate — acceptable for most people, but can affect those unusually sensitive to air pollution.
Median AQI
52
Good Days
167
per year
Moderate Days
196
per year
Unhealthy Days
0
per year
Placer County, county-wide
North Auburn is about 3% of Placer County’s population, so county-wide figures may differ from local conditions.
Climate90°F summers, 38°F winters
30-year climate averages (1991–2020) — monthly temperatures and precipitation
North Auburn has hot summers (avg high 90°F) and mild winters (avg low 38°F).
Spring (Mar–May)
69°/46°F
avg high / low
Summer (Jun–Aug)
90°/61°F
avg high / low
Fall (Sep–Nov)
76°/51°F
avg high / low
Winter (Dec–Feb)
57°/38°F
avg high / low
Annual Precipitation
36.1"
Annual Snowfall
7.2"
Hot Days/Year
63
days above 90°F
Freeze Days/Year
20
days below 32°F
Rainy Days/Year
67
Average month
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| Month | High | Low | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 56°F | 38°F | 7.01" |
| Feb | 59°F | 40°F | 6.50" |
| Mar | 63°F | 42°F | 6.12" |
| Apr | 68°F | 45°F | 2.84" |
| May | 77°F | 52°F | 1.65" |
| Jun | 86°F | 58°F | 0.41" |
| Jul | 93°F | 63°F | 0.01" |
| Aug | 92°F | 63°F | 0.07" |
| Sep | 87°F | 60°F | 0.24" |
| Oct | 77°F | 52°F | 1.42" |
| Nov | 64°F | 43°F | 3.05" |
| Dec | 56°F | 37°F | 6.80" |
Healthcare1 hospital, avg 5.0/5
Hospitals, ratings, and health insurance in North Auburn
North Auburn has 1 hospital, averaging 5.0 out of 5 on CMS's quality rating — above-average care.
Hospitals
1
within city limits
Uninsured
6.0%
of residents
Avg Hospital Rating
5.0 / 5
Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available
Nearby hospitals · within 15 miles
Sutter Roseville Medical Center
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 14.7 mi away · Roseville
Adult Health · vs. the typical US place
Share of adults. Modeled estimates, not counted cases. “US” = the typical US place.
Medicare-certified hospitals only. Doesn’t include clinics, urgent care, or freestanding ERs.
Education21.9:1 student/teacher ratio
Schools and degree attainment in North Auburn
North Auburn's student/teacher ratio is 21.9:1 (higher than the national average of 16:1), and 24.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
Public Schools
1
within city limits
Private Schools
2
within city limits
College Degree Rate
24.7%
adults 25+ with bachelor's or higher
Student/Teacher Ratio
21.9:1
National avg 16:1
Schools located within city limits (2023) — school-level metrics change slowly year to year
Colleges Near North Auburn (within 15 miles)
Public · 2-year · 14,122 students · in-state tuition $1,448 · 32% graduate · median earnings $48,499 (10 yrs after entry)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 1,294 students · in-state tuition $37,150 · 60% graduate · median earnings $60,855 (10 yrs after entry)
Degree-granting colleges with 100+ students, placed by campus location (main campuses only — branch campuses are reported under their parent school)
Parks & Recreationclosest: Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial, 79 mi
Nearby national parks, recreation areas and public libraries for North Auburn
North Auburn has 4 nearby national parks or recreation areas, closest being Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial (79 mi away).
Nearby National Parks & Recreation Areas
Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial
National Memorial
79 mi awayJohn Muir National Historic Site
National Historic Site
87 mi awayEugene O'Neill National Historic Site
National Historic Site
92 mi awayRosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park
National Historical Park
99 mi awayCities Near North Auburn
The closest cities within 60 miles
Planning a move to North Auburn?
Read our full moving guide — what it's really like to live here.
North Auburn FAQ
Is North Auburn, California affordable?⌄
North Auburn's median rent is $1,742/month, which is above the national average. The median household income is $71,056/year. Median home value is $530,400.
Is North Auburn, California safe?⌄
North Auburn is policed by the Placer County Sheriff's Office, whose violent crime rate across its service area was 299 per 100,000 residents in 2025, which is close to the national average of 329/100k that year. Property crime rate is 673 per 100,000. As with any city, crime rates vary by neighborhood.
What is the job market like in North Auburn, California?⌄
Placer County, which includes North Auburn, has an unemployment rate of 4.3%, which is close to the national average of 4.3%.
What is the cost of living in North Auburn, California?⌄
The cost of living in North Auburn is primarily driven by housing. Median rent is $1,742/month and median household income is $71,056/year. The median home value is $530,400. About 50% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing.
How is the commute in North Auburn, California?⌄
The average commute in North Auburn is 27 minutes, which is about average compared to the national average of 26 minutes.
Data from the US Census Bureau, BLS, FBI, NOAA, EPA, Zillow Research and other public sources. Where our data comes from