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Auburn, WA vs Shoreline, WA
Auburn, WA vs Shoreline, WA: What the data shows
Auburn, WA is in Auburn, WA while Shoreline, WA is in Shoreline, WA — both in the same state. On home prices, Auburn, WA is the more affordable option at $354,900 median — $336,000 less than Shoreline, WA's $690,900. WYLT rates Auburn, WA as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Shoreline, WA as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Shoreline, WA has the stronger safety profile of the two. Auburn, WA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Shoreline, WA has Low violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Auburn, WA has Low flood risk and Shoreline, WA has Low flood risk.
Shoreline, WA is the more walkable neighborhood. Auburn, WA scores 18/100 (car-dependent) versus Shoreline, WA's 48/100 (mostly car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Shoreline, WA has the higher school rating — Auburn, WA rates 6.5/10 and Shoreline, WA rates 7.8/10.
| Category | Auburn, WA | Shoreline, WA |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $355K ✓ Lower price | $691K |
| Median Rent | $1K ✓ Lower rent | $2K |
| Median Income | $68K | $85K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 18/100 | 48/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | Minimal transit | 44/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | N/A | N/A |
| Commute | 45 min | 30 min ✓ Shorter commute |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | B ✓ Safer |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Low ✓ Lower risk |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good | Good |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 6.5/10 | 7.8/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | Families looking for good schoolsCar‑dependent commutersThose prioritizing low flood risk | FamiliesSuburban commutersOutdoor lovers |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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