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Auburn, WA vs Mill Creek, WA

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Are people in Mill Creek older or younger than people in Auburn?
- The Median Age in Mill Creek is 4.0 years older than in Auburn.

Are housing costs cheaper in Mill Creek or Auburn?
- Mill Creek housing costs are 59.1% more expensive than Auburn housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Mill Creek or Auburn?
- The average commute for residents of Mill Creek is 0.2 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Auburn.

Things to do in Auburn?
Auburn, Washington is situated between Seattle's metropolis area and the Cascade Mountains providing stunning views of Mt Rainier.

Things to do in Mill Creek?
Mill Creek is an incorporated city located in Snohomish County, Washington offering plenty of attractions such as exploring its multiple trails ideal for biking or jogging plus nearby Silver Lake features amazing views close by. There are also numerous shops and eateries providing unique items or delicious cuisine perfect for anyone looking to have a meal out during their visit here!

 Auburn, WAMill Creek, WAUnited States
 Population  Unlock20,665329,725,481
 Median Income$79,415  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.638.4
 Avg. Home Price$568,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time31.72  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Auburn    9 Reviews

We lived in a big house on the West Hill of Auburn and then moved to a small rambler amid the big houses on the East Hill of Auburn. So we've lived within the city of  More

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Hello, I have lived in Auburn WA for about 8 years or so, Auburn is a great place to live, full of awesome people and awesome everyday life if you enjoy a 9-5 job and  More

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Over 11 years ago

Auburn is a very ugly, and dirty city, rain and clouds 9 months of the year. Has become really ghetto and would not recommend anyone coming here. Houses are expensive  More

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Reviews for Mill Creek    3 Reviews

The State of Washington finds many, many ways to tax their residents, more so than anywhere else I have lived. I moved here from the Bay Area, and wish I had stayed in  More

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Over 17 years ago

We love it here been out of the south (baton rouge,la) for almost 3 years, but will not be able to stay because the standard of living is over the  More

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Over 19 years ago

When I lived there a few years ago, most houses were around 500K and up. IF that's your price range, the schools are good and the area is very pretty. Lots of  More

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