Choose Country

Burlingame, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Burlingame is a small town in Kansas with a population of 976. Residents earn $57,500 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
976 Population 1,109/sq mi density
$57,500 Median Income $31,314 per capita
$91,200 Home Value $179,565 Zillow
$666 Median Rent 20.5% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$57,500 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$91,200 home value, $666/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,500
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,200
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $666
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population976
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density1,109/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,500
Per Capita$31,314
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$417M
Commute44 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,200
Rent$666
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$179,565
Housing Units483
Rent Burden20.5%

Health

Obesity42.2%
Uninsured9.7%
Smoking18.0%
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain38.9 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,078 ft (329 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+90.3%
Graduate+3.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute44 min
Broadband80.9%
Libraries5

Is Burlingame a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burlingame receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Burlingame offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burlingame is $57,500, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Burlingame is $91,200, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $666 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Burlingame experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.9 inches, including 10.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Burlingame has a population of 976 with a density of 1,109 people per square mile. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.1%), with 4.6% Hispanic.

Population

976
Total Population
1,109
People / sq mi
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Burlingame vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Burlingame vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burlingame is $57,500, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Burlingame vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,500
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,314
Avg Weekly Wage$746
IRS Avg AGI$62,496

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)370
County GDP$417M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare27
Retail43
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,914
12% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.3 min
Drive Alone67.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Burlingame is $91,200, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $666 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $179,565.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,200
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$179,565

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$666
43% below US avg
Rent Burden20.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.9%
Housing Units483
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,914
12% above US avg
Effective Rate4.29%
In Burlingame, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity27.8%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep32.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.3%
Uninsured9.7%
13% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits61.1%
Premature Death10,634/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access42.8%
Healthcare Facilities27
Burlingame has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.9 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.9 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall10.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,078 ft (329 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density1,109/sq mi
Coordinates38.7519°N, 95.8358°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20139
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48-point margin. 80.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.7%
D 24.7%

Winner: Republican by 48 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.8%
62% below US avg
High School+90.3%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,109/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.9%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants27
Retail Stores43

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.3 min
Drive Alone67.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

Nearby Cities

Osage City, KS 2,837 pop · 8.2 mi Carbondale, KS 1,361 pop · 9.1 mi Auburn, KS 1,185 pop · 10.8 mi Lyndon, KS 1,184 pop · 12.7 mi Overbrook, KS 1,015 pop · 15.1 mi Topeka, KS 126,103 pop · 21.0 mi Pomona, KS 1,210 pop · 22.8 mi Silver Lake, KS 1,549 pop · 24.1 mi Rossville, KS 1,183 pop · 27.2 mi Americus, KS 1,147 pop · 28.6 mi Emporia, KS 24,098 pop · 30.9 mi Ottawa, KS 12,632 pop · 32.6 mi Perry, KS 1,085 pop · 32.8 mi St. Marys, KS 2,795 pop · 32.9 mi
Compare Burlingame with another city: