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Burlington, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Burlington is a small town in Michigan with a population of 231. Residents earn $52,639 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
231 Population 304/sq mi density
$52,639 Median Income $26,762 per capita
$83,800 Home Value $216,121 Zillow
$825 Median Rent 22.7% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$52,639 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,800 home value, $825/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,639
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,800
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.5%
17% higher than US avg

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

People

Population231
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density304/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans9.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,639
Per Capita$26,762
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty14.5%
County GDP$9,107M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,800
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$216,121
Housing Units114
Rent Burden22.7%

Health

Obesity40.2%
Uninsured6.4%
Smoking16.3%
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation906 ft (276 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+85.1%
Graduate+5.8%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute22 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries8

Is Burlington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burlington receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. 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.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burlington is $52,639, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 14.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Burlington is $83,800, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Burlington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°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 31.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Burlington has a population of 231 with a density of 304 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%), with 5.6% Hispanic.

Population

231
Total Population
304
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Burlington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Burlington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burlington is $52,639, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Burlington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,639
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,762
Avg Weekly Wage$1,232
IRS Avg AGI$60,946

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.5%
17% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,626
County GDP$9,107M

Business (County)

Restaurants268
Healthcare318
Retail431
Manufacturing146

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,129
47% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone74.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Burlington is $83,800, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $216,121.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,800
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$216,121

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below US avg
Rent Burden22.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.8%
Housing Units114
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,129
47% above US avg
Effective Rate6.12%
In Burlington, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.3% are current smokers. 28.9% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.0%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.3%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression28.9%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep33.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Uninsured6.4%
26% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits67.4%
Premature Death10,979/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access81.5%
Healthcare Facilities318
Burlington has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.5 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.5 inches
17% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation906 ft (276 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density304/sq mi
Coordinates42.1038°N, 85.0775°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26025
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.1-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.4%
D 42.3%

Winner: Republican by 14.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+85.1%
Graduate Degree+5.8%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density304/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities318
Restaurants268
Retail Stores431

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone74.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Nearby Cities

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