Kansas
Burlington is a small town in Kansas with a population of 2,615. Residents earn $52,083 per year, which is 31% below the national average.
Based on current data, Burlington receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Burlington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Burlington is $52,083, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 5.4% 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.
The median home value in Burlington is $134,100, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $837 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Burlington is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 115 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,832 per 100,000, near the national average.
23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Burlington enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 98.4% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.6% |
| 88% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $52,083 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,456 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,304 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,139 |
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.4% |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 260 |
| County GDP | $928M |
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Healthcare | 22 |
| Retail | 43 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,477 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.85% |
| Commute Time | 14.6 min |
| Work from Home | 2.9% |
| Census Median | $134,100 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $177,746 |
| Census Median Rent | $837 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
| Owner-Occupied | 60.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,477 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.85% |
| Obesity | 38.6% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.0% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 7.8% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.5% |
| Depression | 23.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,566/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 22 |
| Total Violent | 114.5/100K |
| 70% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 114.5/100K |
| Total Property | 1,832.1/100K |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 267.2/100K |
| Theft | 1,526.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 38.2/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 55.8°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 37.2 inches |
| 2% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,033 ft (315 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (5.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,162/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.1933°N, 95.7454°W |
| County FIPS | 20031 |
Winner: Republican by 55.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.5% |
| 30% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.80 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,162/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.3 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 22 |
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Retail Stores | 43 |
| Avg Commute | 14.6 min |
| Work from Home | 2.9% |