Burkburnett, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Burkburnett is a small city in Texas with a population of 11,012. Residents earn $65,796 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
11,012 Population 969/sq mi density
$65,796 Median Income $32,889 per capita
$143,500 Home Value $177,597 Zillow
$953 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
190 Violent Crime/100K 2,719 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$65,796 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$143,500 home value, $953/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
190 violent crimes/100K (50% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,796
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $143,500
49% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 190/100K
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.9%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $953
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.3%
9% lower than US avg

How Burkburnett Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population11,012
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density969/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,796
Per Capita$32,889
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty11.3%
County GDP$209M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$143,500
Rent$953
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$177,597

Crime

F
Violent190/100K
Property2,719/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault136/100K
Burglary480/100K

Health

Obesity34.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI42 (Good)
Elevation1,037 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.9%
High School+92.1%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute18 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Burkburnett a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burkburnett receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Burkburnett offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burkburnett is $65,796, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Burkburnett is $143,500, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $953 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Burkburnett is below the national average at 190 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,719 per 100,000, 39% above the national average.

Education

20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Burkburnett enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Burkburnett has a population of 11,012 with a density of 969 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.1%), with 4.6% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.

Population

11,012
Total Population
969
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
11.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Burkburnett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.0%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.0%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Burkburnett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burkburnett is $65,796, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Burkburnett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,796
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,889
Avg Weekly Wage$858
IRS Avg AGI$49,469

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.3%
9% below US avg
Establishments (County)126
County GDP$209M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare11
Retail16
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,440
59% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.9 min
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Burkburnett is $143,500, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $953 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $177,597.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$143,500
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$177,597
Median List Price$204,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$204,900
$/Sq Ft$113
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops35.2%
Inventory54

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$953
18% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,276

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,440
59% below US avg
Effective Rate1.00%
In Burkburnett, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Burkburnett vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity25.1%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.9%
Checkup Rate73.1%
Premature Death12,788/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access0.3%
Healthcare Facilities11
Burkburnett has a violent crime rate of 190 per 100,000 residents, 50% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,719 per 100,000 (39% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Burkburnett vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent190.3/100K
50% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape36.3/100K
Robbery18.1/100K
Assault135.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,718.6/100K
39% above US avg
Burglary480.3/100K
Theft2,066.2/100K
Vehicle Theft172.2/100K
Arson9.1/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Burkburnett has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,037 ft (316 m)
Area11.4 sq mi (29.4 km²)
Population Density969/sq mi
Coordinates34.0746°N, 98.5675°W
County FIPS40033
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.5%
D 15.6%

Winner: Republican by 66.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.9%
38% below US avg
High School+92.1%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density969/sq mi
Total Area11.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants7
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.9 min
Work from Home2.4%

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