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Burlington, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Burlington is a small town in Illinois with a population of 479. Residents earn $83,250 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
479 Population 70/sq mi density
$83,250 Median Income $41,453 per capita
$283,300 Home Value $402,391 Zillow
$1,196 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$83,250 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$283,300 home value, $1,196/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,250
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $283,300
0% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.1%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,196
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

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

People

Population479
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density70/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$83,250
Per Capita$41,453
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty16.5%
County GDP$15,983M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$283,300
Rent$1,196
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$402,391
Housing Units203
Rent Burden32.5%

Health

Obesity33.6%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking11.7%
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation924 ft (282 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.1%
High School+95.3%
Graduate+4.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute31 min
Broadband89.3%
Libraries13

Is Burlington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burlington receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Burlington stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burlington is $83,250, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Burlington is $283,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,196 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

25.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Burlington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 30.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Burlington has a population of 479 with a density of 70 people per square mile. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%).

Population

479
Total Population
70
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
6.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Burlington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Burlington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burlington is $83,250, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Burlington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,250
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,453
Avg Weekly Wage$1,060
IRS Avg AGI$93,804

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg
Establishments (County)7,928
County GDP$15,983M

Business (County)

Restaurants645
Healthcare846
Retail816
Manufacturing432

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,712
149% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Drive Alone85.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Burlington is $283,300, 0% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,196 (3% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $402,391.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$283,300
0% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$402,391

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,196
3% above US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.1%
Housing Units203
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,712
149% above US avg
Effective Rate3.08%
In Burlington, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 11.7% are current smokers. 21.7% report depression. 18.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure26.6%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.7%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity18.9%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.1%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.9%
Dental Visits68.3%
Premature Death5,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access93.1%
Healthcare Facilities846
Burlington has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall30.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation924 ft (282 m)
Area6.9 sq mi (17.8 km²)
Population Density70/sq mi
Coordinates42.0529°N, 88.5689°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17111
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 25.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.3-point margin. 89.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.9%
D 46.6%

Winner: Republican by 5.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.1%
26% below US avg
High School+95.3%
Graduate Degree+4.3%
School Test Score5.34
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density70/sq mi
Total Area6.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.3%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities846
Restaurants645
Retail Stores816

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Drive Alone85.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.1%

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