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Burke, NY

New York

Burke is a small town in New York with a population of 214. Residents earn $81,875 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
214 Population 738/sq mi density
$81,875 Median Income $31,697 per capita
$114,400 Home Value
$640 Median Rent 23.3% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$81,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,400 home value, $640/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,875
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $114,400
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.7%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $640
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population214
Median Age33.7 yrs
Density738/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$81,875
Per Capita$31,697
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$2,709M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,400
Rent$640
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units80
Rent Burden23.3%

Health

Obesity41.1%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking18.3%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.9 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation868 ft (265 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.7%
High School+91.9%
Graduate+8.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute34 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries5

Is Burke a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burke receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Burke stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burke is $81,875, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Burke is $114,400, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $640 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Burke has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches, including 98.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Burke has a population of 214 with a density of 738 people per square mile. The median age is 33.7 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79%), with 3.3% Hispanic, 2.3% Black.

Population

214
Total Population
738
People / sq mi
33.7yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.3%
Female 60.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Burke vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Burke vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burke is $81,875, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Burke vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,875
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,697
Avg Weekly Wage$1,316
IRS Avg AGI$61,766

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,108
County GDP$2,709M

Business (County)

Restaurants113
Healthcare154
Retail157
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,069
131% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.8 min
Drive Alone93.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Burke is $114,400, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $640 (45% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,400
59% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$640
45% below US avg
Rent Burden23.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.1%
Housing Units80
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,069
131% above US avg
Effective Rate7.05%
In Burke, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 18.3% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.3%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep35.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.0%
Dental Visits62.2%
Premature Death7,951/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access57.3%
Healthcare Facilities154
Burke has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.9 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.9 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall98.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation868 ft (265 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density738/sq mi
Coordinates44.9031°N, 74.1700°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.5%
D 45.5%

Winner: Republican by 9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.7%
39% below US avg
High School+91.9%
Graduate Degree+8.5%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density738/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities154
Restaurants113
Retail Stores157

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.8 min
Drive Alone93.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

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