Burlington, CO
Full City Profile · Colorado · Kit Carson County County
Burlington, CO
At a Glance
How Burlington Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Burlington's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Burlington a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Burlington residents earn a median household income of $59,842 , which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,434. The unemployment rate stands at 3.1% (14% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 333 business establishments, including 26 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Burlington is $199,000 , 29% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $250,883. Median rent is $1,025/month, with 27.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1971.
Safety & Crime
Burlington reports 417 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 10% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,187/100K.
Education
15.3% of adults in Burlington hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below the national average). 87.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Burlington has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.1 inches.