Auburn, AL Census Data
The 7th largest city in Alabama by population · 10 cities ranked
Auburn is the 7th largest city in Alabama by population and ranks 5th of 10 for median household income. With 78,738 residents, its poverty rate of 26.1% ranks among the higher rates in Alabama. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
78,738
48.7% male · 51.3% female
Median Age
25.6
13.1 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$56,123
$22,415 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
62.8%
27.8% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 96.0%
Poverty Rate
26.1%
13.7% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 6.6%
Broadband Access
97.6%
7.9% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$342,400
Median rent: $1,034 · 52% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
3.8%
Labor force participation: 56.7%
Per Capita Income
$30,212
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
3.5%
Disability rate: 8.5%
How Auburn Compares to Other Alabama Cities
Rankings among all 10 Alabama cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 7th of 10 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 5th of 10 | Top half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 10th of 10 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 2nd of 10 | Top 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 3rd of 10 | Top half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Auburn, AL Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Auburn, AL?
The population of Auburn, AL is 78,738 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 25.6 years.
What is the median household income in Auburn?
The median household income in Auburn, AL is $56,123, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $30,212.
What is the poverty rate in Auburn?
The poverty rate in Auburn, AL is 26.1%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 6.6% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Auburn residents have a college degree?
62.8% of adults (25+) in Auburn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 96.0% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Auburn?
The median home value in Auburn, AL is $342,400. Median rent is $1,034 per month, with 52% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Auburn?
Auburn's population is 67.0% White, 18.8% Black, 4.8% Hispanic or Latino, and 8.5% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Auburn rank among Alabama cities?
Auburn is the 7th largest city in Alabama by population, the 5th highest for median household income, the 10th lowest for poverty rate, the 2nd highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 10 ranked Alabama cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Auburn?
The unemployment rate in Auburn, AL is 3.8%, with a labor force participation rate of 56.7%. Per capita income is $30,212.
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