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Burleigh, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Burleigh is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 275. Residents earn $114,340 per year, which is 52% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
275 Population 181/sq mi density
$114,340 Median Income $65,091 per capita
$242,000 Home Value
56°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$114,340 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$242,000 home value
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $114,340
52% higher than US avg
Home Value $242,000
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.5%
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population275
Median Age66.0 yrs
Density181/mi²
Male / Female31% / 70%
Largest GroupWhite 68%
Veterans8.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$114,340
Per Capita$65,091
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$7,801M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$242,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units200
Rent Burden35.5%

Health

Obesity35.5%
Uninsured11.4%
Smoking13.4%
Depression18.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation15 ft (5 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.5%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+8.5%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute27 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries13

Is Burleigh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burleigh receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Burleigh stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burleigh is $114,340, which is significantly higher than the national average — 52% above $75,149. This places Burleigh among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Burleigh is $242,000, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Burleigh enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Burleigh has a population of 275 with a density of 181 people per square mile. The median age is 66.0 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.4%), with 18.5% Black.

Population

275
Total Population
181
People / sq mi
66.0yrs
Median Age
70% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 30.5%
Female 69.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Burleigh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.0%
11% above US avg
Spanish13.0%
3% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Burleigh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burleigh is $114,340, which is 52% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Burleigh vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$114,340
52% above US avg
Per Capita Income$65,091
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$89,478

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,020
County GDP$7,801M

Business (County)

Restaurants889
Healthcare236
Retail613
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,248
136% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Burleigh is $242,000, 14% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$242,000
14% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$268
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio99.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Rent Burden35.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,599
1 Bedroom$1,759
2 Bedrooms$2,132
3 Bedrooms$2,658
4 Bedrooms$3,005

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units200
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,248
136% above US avg
Effective Rate3.41%
In Burleigh, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.4% of residents lack health insurance. 13.4% are current smokers. 18.5% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.3%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.4%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression18.5%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Uninsured11.4%
33% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits60.2%
Premature Death9,176/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access92.0%
Healthcare Facilities236
Burleigh has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area enjoys 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation15 ft (5 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density181/sq mi
Coordinates39.0472°N, 74.8467°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34009
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.3-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.9%
D 39.7%

Winner: Republican by 19.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.5%
39% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+8.5%
School Test Score6.24
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density181/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities236
Restaurants889
Retail Stores613

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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