Median Income
$62,969
16% lower than US avg
Home Value
$116,100
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
24.3%
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
15.6%
26% higher than US avg
How Burlington Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population202
Median Age27.0 yrs
Density748/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Economy
B+
Median Income$62,969
Per Capita$21,025
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.6%
County GDP$410M
Commute12 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$116,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain31.3 in/yr
Elevation1,217 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+24.3%
High School+83.5%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute12 min
Broadband44.0%
Libraries2
Is Burlington a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Burlington receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. 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 $62,969, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Burlington is $116,100, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Burlington enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches, including 11.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Burlington has a population of 202 with a density of 748 people per square mile. The median age is 27.0 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.7%), with 24.3% Hispanic.
Population
27.0yrs
Median Age
31% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Burlington vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.4% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.6% |
| 96% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Burlington vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Burlington is $62,969, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.
Income: Burlington vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $62,969 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,025 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $980 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,195 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 15.6% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 147 |
| County GDP | $410M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 10 |
| Healthcare | 8 |
| Retail | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,733 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.49% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 12.2 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Burlington is $116,100, 59% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $116,100 |
| 59% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,733 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.49% |
In Burlington, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Burlington vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.8% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.0% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.8% |
| Depression | 25.6% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 11.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 67.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.4% |
| Premature Death | 7,651/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 31.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8 |
Crime Rates: Burlington vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Burlington has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 58.5°F |
| 8% above US avg |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 31.3 inches |
| 18% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 11.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,217 ft (371 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 748/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.9002°N, 98.4234°W |
| County FIPS | 40003 |