Burlington, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Burlington is a small town in Indiana with a population of 527. Residents earn $69,286 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
527 Population 864/sq mi density
$69,286 Median Income $34,281 per capita
$134,700 Home Value $184,759 Zillow
$846 Median Rent 19.5% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$69,286 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$134,700 home value, $846/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,286
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $134,700
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.9%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $846
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population527
Median Age43.8 yrs
Density864/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans15.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,286
Per Capita$34,281
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$952M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$134,700
Rent$846
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$184,759
Rent Burden19.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Elevation777 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.9%
High School+94.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute27 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries4

Is Burlington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burlington receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. 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 $69,286, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Burlington is $134,700, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $846 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Burlington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 34.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Burlington has a population of 527 with a density of 864 people per square mile. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%).

Population

527
Total Population
864
People / sq mi
43.8yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Burlington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Burlington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burlington is $69,286, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Burlington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,286
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,281
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$67,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)436
County GDP$952M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare29
Retail49
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,396
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Drive Alone77.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Burlington is $134,700, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $846 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $184,759.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$134,700
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$184,759

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$846
27% below US avg
Rent Burden19.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,396
32% below US avg
Effective Rate1.78%
In Burlington, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death7,473/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access61.8%
Healthcare Facilities29

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Burlington has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall34.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation777 ft (237 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density864/sq mi
Coordinates40.4820°N, 86.3946°W
County FIPS18015
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.1-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.2%
D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 52.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.9%
23% below US avg
High School+94.0%
School Test Score6.01
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density864/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants39
Retail Stores49

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Drive Alone77.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.2%

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