Auburn

City in Placer County, California

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Auburn is a city in Placer County, California, with 13,776 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,227 ft (374 m) above sea level. The nearest town is North Auburn, 2.5 miles N.

About Auburn

Auburn is a city in and the county seat of Placer County, California, United States. Its population was 13,776 at the 2020 census. Auburn is known for its California Gold Rush history and is registered as a California Historical Landmark.

Auburn is part of the Sacramento metropolitan area.

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Living in Auburn

Median household income
$82,674
Median home value
$672,500
Median rent
$1,501/mo
Median age
47.5
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Auburn, CA population

Auburn had 13,776 residents in the 2020 Census.

2020 Census13,776
Density1,919 per sq mi (741 per km²)

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.

Auburn at a glance

StateCalifornia (CA)
CountyPlacer County
TypeCity
Population13,776 (2020)
Land area7.18 sq mi (18.6 km²)
Water area0.03 sq mi (0.07 km²)
Elevation1,227 ft (374 m)
Coordinates38.8951° N, 121.0767° W
ZIP code95603
Official websiteauburn.ca.gov
Census code (GEOID)0603204

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.

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Frequently asked questions about Auburn

What county is Auburn in?

Auburn is in Placer County, California.

What is the population of Auburn, CA?

13,776 people lived in Auburn at the 2020 Census.

What is the ZIP code of Auburn, CA?

The ZIP code of Auburn is 95603.

What is the elevation of Auburn?

1,227 feet (374 m) above sea level.

What towns are near Auburn?

North Auburn (2.5 mi), Newcastle (3.6 mi), Auburn Lake Trails (5.3 mi), Penryn (6.0 mi), Meadow Vista (7.7 mi).

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