Burley, WA

Washington · Metropolitan Area

Burley is a small town in Washington with a population of 2,516. Residents earn $96,897 per year, which is 29% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
2,516 Population 530/sq mi density
$96,897 Median Income $43,172 per capita
$651,900 Home Value
$2,050 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$96,897 median income, 0.7% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$651,900 home value, $2,050/mo rent
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,897
29% higher than US avg
Home Value $651,900
131% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.9%
12% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,050
76% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.5%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,516
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density530/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A+
Median Income$96,897
Per Capita$43,172
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty10.2%
County GDP$18,349M
Commute33 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$651,900
Rent$2,050
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Elevation236 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.9%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 59%
Commute33 min
Libraries9

Is Burley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burley receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Burley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burley is $96,897, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Burley is $651,900, making it a premium housing market at 131% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,050 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Burley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Burley has a population of 2,516 with a density of 530 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.7%).

Population

2,516
Total Population
530
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Burley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.1%
17% above US avg
Spanish7.9%
41% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Burley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burley is $96,897, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Burley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,897
29% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,172
Avg Weekly Wage$1,377
IRS Avg AGI$99,803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,739
County GDP$18,349M

Business (County)

Restaurants580
Healthcare720
Retail705
Manufacturing158

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,028
101% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.3 min
Work from Home12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Burley is $651,900, 131% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,050 (76% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$651,900
131% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,050
76% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,082
1 Bedroom$1,180
2 Bedrooms$1,472
3 Bedrooms$2,003
4 Bedrooms$2,351

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,028
101% above US avg
Effective Rate1.08%
In Burley, 32.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 16.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.5%
1% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma12.0%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity16.1%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Checkup Rate69.1%
Premature Death6,099/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access82.8%
Healthcare Facilities720

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Burley has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.3 km²)
Population Density530/sq mi
Coordinates47.4160°N, 122.6447°W
County FIPS53035
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 37.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.9%
D 58.8%

Winner: Democrat by 20.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.9%
12% above US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score5.36
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density530/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities720
Restaurants580
Retail Stores705

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.3 min
Work from Home12.5%

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