Burlington, CO

Colorado

Burlington is a small town in Colorado with a population of 3,165. Residents earn $59,842 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
3,165 Population 1,472/sq mi density
$59,842 Median Income $36,434 per capita
$199,000 Home Value $241,459 Zillow
$1,025 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
329 Violent Crime/100K 1,825 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$59,842 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$199,000 home value, $1,025/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
329 violent crimes/100K (13% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,842
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $199,000
29% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 329/100K
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.3%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,025
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.1%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,165
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density1,472/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 74%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,842
Per Capita$36,434
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$651M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$199,000
Rent$1,025
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$241,459

Crime

F
Violent329/100K
Property1,825/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault279/100K
Burglary279/100K

Health

Obesity30.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain19.3 in/yr
Elevation4,167 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.3%
High School+87.4%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
Commute15 min
EV Stations4
Libraries3

Is Burlington a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burlington is $59,842, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Burlington is $199,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,025 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Burlington is below the national average at 329 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,825 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Burlington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.3 inches, including 33.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Burlington has a population of 3,165 with a density of 1,472 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.6%), with 3.8% Hispanic.

Population

3,165
Total Population
1,472
People / sq mi
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Burlington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.9%
1% above US avg
Spanish21.1%
57% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Burlington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burlington is $59,842, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Burlington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,842
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,434
Avg Weekly Wage$914
IRS Avg AGI$62,753

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)333
County GDP$651M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare26
Retail36
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,800
49% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.2 min
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Burlington is $199,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,025 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $241,459.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$199,000
29% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$241,459

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,025
12% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,083
1 Bedroom$1,161
2 Bedrooms$1,429
3 Bedrooms$1,861
4 Bedrooms$2,178

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,800
49% below US avg
Effective Rate0.90%
In Burlington, 30.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.1%
6% below US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma11.7%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.5%
Checkup Rate68.2%
Premature Death10,204/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access70.5%
Healthcare Facilities26
Burlington has a violent crime rate of 329 per 100,000 residents, 13% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,825 per 100,000 (7% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent329.5/100K
13% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape25.3/100K
Robbery25.3/100K
Assault278.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,824.6/100K
7% below US avg
Burglary278.8/100K
Theft1,469.8/100K
Vehicle Theft76.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Burlington has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.3 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall33.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,167 ft (1,270 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density1,472/sq mi
Coordinates39.3042°N, 102.2715°W
County FIPS08063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.4%
D 15%

Winner: Republican by 68.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.3%
55% below US avg
High School+87.4%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,472/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants26
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.2 min
Work from Home8.9%

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