Auburn, New York Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Auburn, New York is 26,475 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 59th-largest city in New York. The median household income is $49,377, the median home value is $143,600, and the median age is 40.0.
The population has declined 6.2% since 2010 (27,666 → 25,963).
26,475
Population
3176
People / sq mi
$49,377
Median Income
$143,600
Median Home Value
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Auburn covers 8.3 sq mi of land at 3176 people per square mile.
About Auburn, NY
Remote work is unusually rare in Auburn: 3.8% of workers primarily work from home, below the 14.0% national rate. With 26,475 residents, Auburn is a city in New York.
Incomes are among the lowest of comparable places, with a median household income of $49,377, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 13.8%, above the national 12.4%. Housing costs are among the lowest of comparable places: a median home value of $143,600, with typical rent around $867.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 20.3% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Home-based work is uncommon, at 3.8%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.
Auburn city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Auburn city had a population of 27,666 in 2010 and 25,963 in 2024, a -6.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 27,666 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.45%.
25,963
Population (2024)
27,666
Population (2010)
27,666
Peak (2010)
-0.45%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 27,666 |
| 2011 | 27,549 |
| 2012 | 27,354 |
| 2013 | 27,177 |
| 2014 | 27,060 |
| 2015 | 27,004 |
| 2016 | 26,761 |
| 2017 | 26,634 |
| 2018 | 26,486 |
| 2019 | 26,173 |
| 2020 | 26,866 |
| 2021 | 26,491 |
| 2022 | 26,129 |
| 2023 | 26,016 |
| 2024 | 25,963 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 82.5% |
| Black or African American | 6.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$49,377
Median Household Income
$29,474
Per Capita Income
13.8%
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$143,600
Median Home Value
$867
Median Rent
49.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
86.2%
High School+
20.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.0%
Drive Alone
77.7%
Public Transit
3.8%
Work From Home
19.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
10.3%
Foreign Born
94.7%
Non-English at Home
6.3%
Veterans
16.2%
With Disability
96.4%
Health Insurance
92.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 30.2% |
| Manufacturing | 13.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.4% |
| Construction | 7.5% |
| Public Administration | 7.4% |
| Retail Trade | 4.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 4.1% |
| Information | 2.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Auburn, New York has a population of 26,475 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 59th-largest city in New York.
The median household income in Auburn, New York is $49,377, with 13.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Auburn, New York is $143,600, with median monthly rent at $867 and a homeownership rate of 49.5%.
The median age in Auburn, New York is 40.0 years. The population is 49.2% male and 50.8% female.
The population has declined 6.2% since 2010 (27,666 → 25,963).
Auburn city, NY Climate
Auburn city, NY has an average annual temperature of 8.4°C (47°F) and receives about 995 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
8.4°C
Avg Temp
995
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -5° / 23° | 64 mm |
| February | -4° / 24° | 54 mm |
| March | 1° / 33° | 68 mm |
| April | 7° / 45° | 82 mm |
| May | 14° / 57° | 79 mm |
| June | 19° / 65° | 99 mm |
| July | 21° / 70° | 93 mm |
| August | 20° / 68° | 87 mm |
| September | 16° / 61° | 110 mm |
| October | 10° / 50° | 84 mm |
| November | 4° / 40° | 93 mm |
| December | -2° / 29° | 82 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Auburn city, NY
The most comfortable months to visit Auburn city, NY are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 27°C high). The coldest is January (near -9°C low). September is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.