New Jersey · Metropolitan Area
Burlington is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 9,904. Residents earn $78,009 per year, which is 4% above the national average.
Based on current data, Burlington receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Burlington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Burlington is $78,009, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
The median home value in Burlington is $221,000, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,598 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 437 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,810 per 100,000, near the national average.
26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Burlington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches, including 24.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 85.8% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 14.2% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $78,009 |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $37,628 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,740 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $114,994 |
| Unemployment | 8.3% |
| 131% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.5% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 11,677 |
| County GDP | $56,807M |
| Restaurants | 877 |
| Healthcare | 1,221 |
| Retail | 1,189 |
| Manufacturing | 228 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $13,072 |
| 273% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.91% |
| Commute Time | 30.7 min |
| Work from Home | 8.7% |
| Census Median | $221,000 |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Median List Price | $295,000 |
| Median List Price | $295,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $194 |
| Homes Sold | 6 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.5% |
| Price Drops | 26.1% |
| Inventory | 46 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,598 |
| 37% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,397 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,520 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,810 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,170 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,423 |
| Owner-Occupied | 63.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $13,072 |
| 273% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.91% |
| Obesity | 35.3% |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.5% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.6% |
| Depression | 16.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.5% |
| Physical Distress | 13.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.3% |
| Premature Death | 7,664/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,221 |
| Total Violent | 437.2/100K |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 40.7/100K |
| Robbery | 233.9/100K |
| Assault | 162.7/100K |
| Total Property | 1,809.9/100K |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 538.9/100K |
| Theft | 1,199.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 71.2/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 26 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 53.1°F |
| 2% below US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 45.9 inches |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 24.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 9 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,258/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0788°N, 74.8525°W |
| County FIPS | 34021 |
Winner: Democrat by 33.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 26.2% |
| 22% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.7% |
| School Test Score | 6.27 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 3,258/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 17 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 17 |
| Public Libraries | 14 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,221 |
| Restaurants | 877 |
| Retail Stores | 1,189 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 26 |
| Avg Commute | 30.7 min |
| Work from Home | 8.7% |