Burlington, WI

Wisconsin

Burlington is a small city in Wisconsin with a population of 11,021. Residents earn $81,658 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
11,021 Population 1,428/sq mi density
$81,658 Median Income $44,708 per capita
$268,300 Home Value $343,302 Zillow
$967 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
48 Violent Crime/100K 2,053 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$81,658 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$268,300 home value, $967/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
48 violent crimes/100K (87% below avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,658
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $268,300
5% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 48/100K
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.9%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $967
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.2%
26% lower than US avg

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

People

Population11,021
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density1,428/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A
Median Income$81,658
Per Capita$44,708
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty9.2%
County GDP$6,423M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$268,300
Rent$967
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$343,302

Crime

F
Violent48/100K
Property2,053/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault29/100K
Burglary209/100K

Health

Obesity41.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.3 in/yr
Elevation762 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.9%
High School+95.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute21 min
EV Stations3
Libraries11

Is Burlington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burlington receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include 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 $81,658, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Burlington is $268,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $967 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Burlington is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 48 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,053 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Burlington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches, including 37.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Burlington has a population of 11,021 with a density of 1,428 people per square mile. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89%), with 1.8% Black.

Population

11,021
Total Population
1,428
People / sq mi
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
7.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Burlington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.3%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.7%
20% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Burlington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burlington is $81,658, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Burlington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,658
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,708
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$89,712

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.2%
26% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,401
County GDP$6,423M

Business (County)

Restaurants337
Healthcare234
Retail366
Manufacturing188

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,487
142% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Burlington is $268,300, 5% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $967 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $343,302.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$268,300
5% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$343,302
Median List Price$349,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$349,450
$/Sq Ft$167
Homes Sold10
Sale-to-List Ratio100.5%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory14

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$967
17% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,487
142% above US avg
Effective Rate3.16%
In Burlington, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death7,248/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access82.2%
Healthcare Facilities234
Burlington has a violent crime rate of 48 per 100,000 residents, 87% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,053 per 100,000 (5% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent47.5/100K
87% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery19.0/100K
Assault28.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,052.8/100K
5% above US avg
Burglary209.1/100K
Theft1,824.8/100K
Vehicle Theft19.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Burlington has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.3 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall37.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation762 ft (232 m)
Area7.7 sq mi (20.0 km²)
Population Density1,428/sq mi
Coordinates42.6752°N, 88.2719°W
County FIPS55127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 38.3%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.9%
17% below US avg
High School+95.9%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,428/sq mi
Total Area7.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities234
Restaurants337
Retail Stores366

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Work from Home7.4%

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