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Burlington, WI

Wisconsin · Walworth County

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 23.0% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
54 Violent Crime/100K 787 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
54 violent crimes/100K (86% below avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $81,658
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $268,300
5% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 54/100K
86% 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%
Veterans4.5%

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
Ownership54.5%
Zillow$343,302
Housing Units4,774
Rent Burden23.0%

Crime

F
Violent54/100K
Property787/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault54/100K
Burglary45/100K

Health

Obesity41.2%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking15.3%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation762 ft (232 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.9%
High School+95.9%
Graduate+10.6%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute21 min
Broadband89.1%
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, abundant sunshine, 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 54 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 787 per 100,000, 60% below 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. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. 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, spread across 3.0 square miles. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly White (89%), with 1.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 89.3% of residents, while 10.7% speak Spanish. 4.5% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 13.5% of residents have a disability. 95.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

11,021
Total Population
1,428
People / sq mi
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Burlington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 89.3%
14% above US avg
Spanish 10.7%
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. Per capita income is $44,708 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $980, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 3,401 business establishments, including 337 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.1, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

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
Gini Index0.439 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

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
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Drive Alone76.4%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Burlington is $268,300, 5% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $343,302, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 100.5% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $967 (17% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $872 for a one-bedroom to $1,097 for a two-bedroom apartment. 54.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,774 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1975. The average annual property tax is $8,487 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 23.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

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
Rent Burden23.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership54.5%
Owner-Occupied54.5%
Renter-Occupied45.5%
Housing Units4,774
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,487
142% above US avg
Effective Rate3.16%
In Burlington, 41.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.3% of residents. 29.3% have high blood pressure. 15.3% are current smokers. 20.1% report binge drinking. 28.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 24.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 16.7% experience frequent mental distress. 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,322. The dentist ratio is 1:2,066. 82.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.3 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-25)

PM2.5
3.1
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
3.4
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
1.9
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
96.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.3
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
137.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

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%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep34.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,322
Dentists1:2,066
Mental Health1:670
Checkup Rate74.4%
Dental Visits66.3%
Premature Death7,248/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access82.2%
Healthcare Facilities234
Burlington has a violent crime rate of 54 per 100,000 residents, 86% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 54.3 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 787 per 100,000, 60% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 705, burglary at 45, vehicle theft at 36 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 12 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Burlington receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent54.3/100K
86% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault54.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property786.8/100K
60% below US avg
Burglary45.2/100K
Theft705.4/100K
Vehicle Theft36.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
Traffic Accidents37
Avg Accident Severity2.9 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Burlington experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches. The area receives 37.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 762 feet.

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)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation762 ft (232 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density1,428/sq mi
Coordinates42.6752°N, 88.2719°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyWalworth County County
Nearest AirportKenosha Regional (ENW)
18 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.3"
7% below US avg
Snowfall 37.7"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.06"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.18"

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0501 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score74.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability20.8 / 100
Community Resilience80.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively High
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 15, 2024.

Jun 28, 2004 12 km NW of Dayton, Illinois M4.2 145 km
Feb 10, 2010 2 km NW of Lily Lake, Illinois M3.8 81 km
Sep 2, 1999 8 km W of Amboy, Illinois M3.5 143 km
Nov 4, 2013 1 km SSW of Lyons, Illinois M3.2 104 km
Jul 15, 2024 2 km WNW of Somonauk, Illinois M3.1 120 km
Mar 25, 2015 3 km WNW of Lake in the Hills, Illinois M2.9 55 km
Jun 10, 2013 4 km NNE of Virgil, Illinois M2.6 79 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

480 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 47 fatalities, 1,367 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 27, 1984 EF4 35 km 1
Apr 4, 1981 EF4 84 km 3
Sep 28, 1972 EF4 55 km 0
Apr 21, 1967 EF4 73 km 24
Apr 21, 1967 EF4 58 km 1
Apr 11, 1965 EF4 51 km 6
Aug 22, 1964 EF4 83 km 0
Jan 7, 2008 EF3 15 km 0
Jan 7, 2008 EF3 56 km 0
Aug 18, 2005 EF3 98 km 1
Jun 5, 1980 EF3 65 km 0
Jun 4, 1975 EF3 99 km 0
Apr 21, 1974 EF3 100 km 2
Jan 24, 1967 EF3 90 km 0
Jul 19, 1963 EF3 11 km 0
Jun 22, 2024 EF2 69 km 0
Feb 8, 2024 EF2 87 km 0
Nov 22, 2010 EF2 69 km 0
Jul 22, 2010 EF2 22 km 0
Jun 21, 2010 EF2 29 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

4 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (1,524 ac, 2006).

Year Name Acres Distance
2006 UNNAMED 1,524 98 km
2010 RX BURN 1,236 98 km
2024 IBSP SOUTH F1 RX 690 48 km
2024 RX-HWY Y - SOUTH 553 51 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 23°F (-5°C) 1.2 in Driest
March 34°F (1°C) 2.4 in
April 46°F (8°C) 3.4 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
June 67°F (19°C) 3.9 in
July 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 69°F (21°C) 3.9 in
September 62°F (16°C) 3.7 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.5 in
November 37°F (3°C) 2.5 in
December 24°F (-4°C) 1.9 in

Burlington has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 20°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.2").

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Burlington is located in Walworth County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 27.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. 10.6% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 60.5% of the vote, a 22.2-point margin. 89.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 11 public libraries serving the community. 234 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 76.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 38.3%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
Traffic Accidents37
Avg Accident Severity2.9 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.9%
17% below US avg
High School+95.9%
Graduate Degree+10.6%
School Test Score5.80
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,428/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi
CountyWalworth County County

Services

Broadband Access89.1%
Avg Download Speed119.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed9.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities234
Restaurants337
Retail Stores366

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Drive Alone76.4%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home7.4%
Average costs for common services in Burlington. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $235 ($141–$376)
Specialist Visit $329 ($188–$518)
Urgent Care Visit $188 ($94–$329)
Emergency Room Visit $2,070 ($753–$4,705)
Dental Cleaning $122 ($71–$188)
Dental Filling $235 ($141–$376)
View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement $282 ($141–$471)
Tire Rotation $38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4) $565 ($376–$941)
Battery Replacement $188 ($94–$329)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $94 ($56–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour) $85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair $376 ($141–$753)
HVAC System Install $6,587 ($3,764–$11,292)
Roof Repair $941 ($376–$1,882)
Roof Replacement $8,469 ($5,176–$14,115)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,412 ($471–$3,294)
Divorce (Contested) $14,115 ($4,705–$28,230)
DUI Defense $4,705 ($1,882–$9,410)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,412 ($753–$2,823)
Will Preparation $471 ($188–$941)
Trust Preparation $2,353 ($941–$4,705)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut $52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full) $141 ($71–$235)
Manicure $24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure $38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour) $75 ($47–$122)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.86 ($2.82–$5.18)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.29 ($2.35–$4.71)
Loaf of Bread $3.58 ($2.35–$5.18)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.23 ($2.82–$6.12)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.18 ($3.76–$7.06)
Rice (per lb) $0.94 ($0.56–$1.69)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $132 ($75–$235)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly) $66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly) $80 ($47–$141)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $188 ($71–$471)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,882 ($1,129–$3,294)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $66 ($28–$122)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.53–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $94 ($28–$235)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$71)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,129 ($565–$2,353)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $941 ($471–$1,882)
After-School Care (Monthly) $376 ($188–$659)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $941 ($376–$2,353)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,763 ($4,705–$28,230)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $56 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $94 ($47–$188)
Dog Grooming $56 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter $282 ($141–$471)
Cat Spay/Neuter $188 ($94–$376)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,022
Toddler$909
Preschool$909
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$758
Toddler$736
Preschool$736
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Walworth County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 8,946 222 $65,834 2.41
Accommodation & Food Services 6,708 326 $26,062 1.63
Retail Trade 5,137 332 $33,827 1.14
Health Care & Social Assistance 4,701 527 $52,069 0.72
Administrative & Waste Services 2,131 218 $41,599 0.80
Construction 1,928 342 $66,346 0.81
Wholesale Trade 1,772 190 $73,641 0.99
Arts & Entertainment 1,656 55 $32,432 2.18
Professional & Technical Services 1,125 260 $73,582 0.36
Other Services 1,019 224 $36,556 0.75
Transportation & Warehousing 912 116 $52,243 0.48
Finance & Insurance 739 162 $73,744 0.40
Management of Companies 489 27 $102,971 0.64
Real Estate 386 122 $54,034 0.55
Information & Technology 279 44 $58,896 0.33
Educational Services 225 32 $33,923 0.24
Utilities 52 6 $119,291 0.30

Hospitals in Burlington

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
AURORA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL BURLINGTON Acute Care Hospitals 5/5 Yes (262) 767-6545

Schools in Burlington

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Burlington High High 1,029 68 15.1:1
Randall Consolidated School Elementary 625 49 12.8:1
Wheatland Center Elementary Elementary 612 39 15.7:1
Nettie E Karcher School Middle 600 43 14.0:1
Dr Edward G Dyer School Elementary 398 28 14.2:1
Cooper Elementary Elementary 325 24 13.5:1
Waller Elementary Elementary 286 22 13.0:1
Lyons Center Elementary 154 10 15.4:1
Winkler Elementary Elementary 122 8 15.3:1
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Radio Stations near Burlington

12 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WRXS Pure Oldies 106.9 FM - Milwaukee, WI oldies, oldies 50's/60's MP3 64 kbps
WUWM 89.7 Milwaukee's NPR news, npr AAC 96 kbps
97.3 The Game sports AAC
News/Talk 1130 WISN news, talk AAC
106.5 & 860 WNOV urban contemporary MP3
WMXM 88.9FM MP3 128 kbps
Ketch Radio hits, talk MP3 128 kbps
FM106.1 country AAC
WLUM 102.1 FM Milwaukee, WI aaa, alternative AAC+ 48 kbps
FM 102/1 alternative AAC+ 48 kbps
WYMS 88Nine Radio Milwaukee AAC+ 96 kbps
The Big 920 sports AAC

National Parks Near Burlington

31 national parks and monuments found near Burlington.

ParkTypeFee
Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park State Park Free
Allen Valley Siata State Park Free
Aztalan State Park State Park Free
Big Foot Beach State Park State Park Free
Burlington To Kansasville State Trail State Park Free
Campbellsport Drumlin State Park-Iansr State Park Free
Chain O'Lakes State Park State Park Free
Clover Valley State Habitat Area - Pr State Park Free
Eisenbahn State Trail State Park Free
Glacial Drumlin State Trail State Park Free
Glacial Heritage Area River-Based Cnsvn Area - Public Access State Park Free
Hank Aaron State Trail State Park Free
Harbor Park Promenade State Park Free
Harrington Beach State Park State Park Free
Holzhueter Farm State Park State Park Free
Ice Age Trail - Se State Park Free
John Michael Kohler State Park State Park Free
Kettle Moraine Railroad Siata State Park Free
Lake Kegonsa State Park State Park Free
Lake Park Expansion State Park Free
Lakeshore State Park State Park Free
Morraine Hills State Park State Park Free
Ottawa Siata State Park Free
Presidential Park State Park Free
Pullman National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Richard Bong Recreation Area State Park Free
Rock Cut State Park State Park Free
Terry Andrae State Park State Park Free
White River State Trail State Park Free
Whitewater State Park State Park Free
Wild Goose State Trail State Park Free

Museums in Burlington

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
FRIENDS OF OLD WORLD WISCONSINHISTORIC PRESERVATION2625942922$377,029
OLD WORLD WISCONSINGENERAL MUSEUM3193624678$377,029
EAST TROY ELECTRIC RAILROADGENERAL MUSEUM2626423263$278,422
EAST TROY RAILROAD MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2002 CHURCH ST2626423263$278,422
GENEVA LAKE MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION255 MILL ST2622486060$225,900
GYGAX MEMORIAL FUNDHISTORIC PRESERVATION$94,169
KETTLE MORAINE NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM2625946200$90,793
LAKES REGION HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION817 MAIN ST8473957337$24,232
MUKWONAGO HISTORICAL AND MUSEUM SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION103 MAIN STREET2623636413$4,473
ANDERSON MUSEUM OF FLIGHTGENERAL MUSEUM
BIG BEND-VERNON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2626623082
BURLINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CHOCOLATE EXPERIENCE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2627636044
EAGLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION217 MAIN STREET2625948961
EAST TROY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2106 CHURCH ST2626422642
GENEVA LAKE ART ASSOCIATIONART MUSEUM647 W MAIN STREET SUITE 10002622497988
GENEVA LAKES AREA MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2622486060
HISTORIC MILLBURN COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LAKE GENEVA ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM2629038035
LAKE GENEVA HERITAGE CENTERHISTORY MUSEUM
LOGIC PUZZLE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM533 MILWAUKEE AVE
MUSKEGO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONW180S8100 RACINE AVENUE2626790859
NORWAY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
PRINGLE NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER9800 COUNTY HIGHWAY M B2628578008
ROCHESTER AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION208 W SPRING ST
SPINNING TOP & YO-YO MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2627633946
WESTERN KENOSHA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION25905 114TH STREET2628627165
BLACK POINT HISTORIC PRESERVEARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTERW4270 SOUTHLAND RD2622481888$-1,428

Libraries in Burlington

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
FRANKLIN PUBLIC LIBRARY9151 W. LOOMIS RD.0.0224,538
MUKWONAGO COMMUNITY LIBRARY511 DIVISION ST.0.0197,366
ANTIOCH PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT757 MAIN STREET0.0175,652
BURLINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY166 E. JEFFERSON ST.0.0168,218
MUSKEGO PUBLIC LIBRARYS73 W16663 JANESVILLE RD.0.0133,910
COMMUNITY LIBRARY24615 89TH ST.0.085,848
LAKE GENEVA PUBLIC LIBRARY918 W. MAIN ST.0.084,441
WATERFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY101 N. RIVER ST.0.065,239
GRAHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY1215 MAIN ST.0.046,072
EAST TROY LIONS PUBLIC LIBRARY3094 GRAYDON AVE.0.044,154
NIPPERSINK PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT5418 HILL ROAD0.028,433
ALICE BAKER MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY820 E. MAIN ST.0.023,400
ROCHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY208 W. SPRING ST.0.021,818
GENOA CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY126 FREEMAN ST.0.016,476
BIG BEND VILLAGE LIBRARYW230 S9185 NEVINS ST.0.07,282

Farmers Markets in Burlington

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Antioch's Farmers Market900 Skidmore DriveThu: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;Visit
Bristol Farmers Market83rd StreetJune to OctoberWed:2:00 pm - 6:00 pm;Visit
Downtown Burlington Farmers Market Washington & Pine Streets05/02/2013 to 10/31/2013Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;Visit
Mukwonago Area Farmers' Market933 N. Rochester Street 05/20/2015 to 10/14/2015Wed: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;YesVisit
Northwind Perennial Farm Market7047 Hospital Road06/02/2013 to 09/29/2013Sun: 11:00 AM-3:00 PM;Visit
WestoshaMarket 30820 111th Street07/06/2016 to 09/28/2016Wed: 2:30 PM-6:30 PM;YesVisit

Hotels in Burlington

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hampton Inn Burlington
The Mart Apartment

Restaurants in Burlington

16 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Antioch Pizza
Archives Bar & Grill
B.J. Wentker's Historic Fine Dining
Beijing Garden Chinese Food
Bubba's Brickyard
Charcoal Grill
El burrito Loco restaurant
Flippy's Fast Food
Freds Parkview Burgers
Kira Asian Bistro
Los Compadres
Lucky Star Pub & Eatery
Napoli Pizza
Pine Street Cafe
Pizza Hut
Pizza Ranch

Cafes in Burlington

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coffee Shop at Chestnut and Pine
Sci-Fi Cafe
Starbucks

Cinemas in Burlington

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Plaza Theater

Theatres in Burlington

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Malt House Theater

Monuments in Burlington

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Burlington High School Wall of Fame

Veterinaries in Burlington

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Animal Wellness Center of Burlington
Molitor Pet and Bird Clinic

Gas Stations in Burlington

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kwik Trip
Kwik Trip
Ryan's Railroad Station

Banks in Burlington

8 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Associated Bank
BMO
Community State Bank
Educators Credit Union
Fox River State Bank
Landmark Credit Union
North Shore Bank Burlington
Town Bank

Gyms in Burlington

3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aurora Wellness Center
Planet Fitness
Wisconsin Power Yoga

Breweries in Burlington

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Aeppeltreow WineryWineries, Manufacturers, Brewers, Wholesalers1072 288th Ave2628785345
B D Village InnRestaurant Family: Chain, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Hotels & Motels, Bar & Grills, Bed & B34414 Geneva Rd2625374719Visit
Boneyard Pub & GrillePub Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Barbecue, Restaurants, Pub, Bar, Bar & Grill Restaurants215 Bay View Rd2623639464Visit
Geneva Lake Brewing CoLake Geneva, WI, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Lake Geneva Brewers, (4),, (1),, (1), Lake Geneva, WI, 750 Veterans Park DrVisit
Geneva Lake Brewing Co LlcBars & Pubs, Brewery, Breweries750 Veterans PkwyVisit
Hide A WayBreweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants202 Williams Rd
Hitch N Post SaloonBars, Cocktail Lounges, Restaurant, food and drink, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, recreation, 120 N Browns Lake Dr2625343888Visit
Martini MozBreweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants201 E Main St2625345969Visit

Nursing Homes in Burlington

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
BURLINGTON REHABILITATION AND CARE CENTER
677 E STATE ST
For profit - Corporation 155 97 2/5 1/5 5/5 2627639531

Pharmacies in Burlington

7 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
AURORA PHARMACY 248 MCHENRY STREET 262-767-6004
AURORA PHARMACY 210 SOUTH PINE STREET 262-763-7177
KMART 1058 MILWAUKEE AVENUE 262-763-9627
PHARMACY STATION 300 SOUTH PINE STREET 262-763-8877
PICK N SAVE - 6414 1008 MILWAUKEE AVENUE 262-767-1446
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 3488 1901 MILWAUKEE AVENUE 262-767-1902
WALGREENS - 10584 680 MILWAUKEE AVENUE 262-767-0697

EV Charging Stations in Burlington

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Miller Motor Sales1196 Milwaukee AveNon-Networked2J1772private

Cell Towers in Burlington

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1271 224th Ave (18915)GTOWER102
MT TOM - CTH J (66343)GTOWER91
26922 MALCHINE RD (58102)LTOWER89
CTY HWY. NN & US HWY 12 (78334)LTOWER86
S92 W32778 COUNTY HIGHWAY NN (111643)GTOWER78
38601 31ST STREET (18913)MTOWER78
1515 1517 COUNTY HWY D (78337)GTOWER69
38700 87TH ST. (18912)MTOWER67
835 Holbeck Drive (111374)MTOWER61
835 Holbeck Drive (111374)MTOWER61
11619 PRICE ROAD (686)LTOWER61
W224 S1000 BIG BEND DRIVE (38449)LTOWER61
724 McKinley Street (66351)LTOWER61
W672 PELL LAKE DRIVE (78340)MTOWER61
11619 PRICE ROAD (686)LTOWER61
440 EAST ROUTE 173 (681)MTOWER60
440 EAST ROUTE 173 (681)MTOWER60
5703 Hillcrest Rd (685)MTOWER59
5703 Hillcrest Rd (685)MTOWER59
W2620 COUNTY ROAD J (100141)LTOWER59
545 ANTON CT (38480)MTOWER59
18917 SPRING STREET (66344)MTOWER56
9240 328TH AVENUE (67247)MTOWER48
11006 WILMONT RDTOWER48

Fire Stations in Burlington

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Burlington Township Fire Department32288 Bushnell RDVolunteer262-763-3070
City of Burlington Fire Department165 W Washington STMostly volunteer262-763-7842
Rochester Volunteer Fire Company31020 Academy RDMostly volunteer262-534-3444
Town of Randall Fire Department34530 Bassett RDVolunteer262-877-2165
Town of Wheatland Volunteer Fire Department34011 Geneva RDVolunteer000-000-0000

Bridges in Burlington

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabConcrete19561439,800F
SlabConcrete continuous19831047,700F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20071,0267,380G
CulvertConcrete continuous1996277,300G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20032246,200G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20071,0266,150G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20092335,900G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20082334,750G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20082334,750G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel2002584,700F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20092334,700G
SlabConcrete continuous20231664,400G
SlabConcrete continuous20081143,750G
SlabConcrete continuous20081143,750G
SlabConcrete continuous1987702,800F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20082332,030G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20191131,600G
SlabConcrete2017511,600G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete197381790F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous2008214500G
Channel BeamPrestressed concrete196572411P

Airports Near Burlington

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chicago O'Hare International AirportORDLarge Airport
General Mitchell International AirportMKELarge Airport
Chicago Executive AirportPWKMedium Airport
Kenosha Regional AirportENWMedium Airport
Adkins Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Aero Estates AirportSmall Airport
Aero Lake Estates AirportSmall Airport
Aerogrange AirportSmall Airport
Aeroview AirportSmall Airport
Air Troy Estates Restricted AirportSmall Airport
Al's Airway AirportSmall Airport
Ames Private AirportSmall Airport
Barker StripSmall Airport
Barten AirportSmall Airport
Beloit AirportSmall Airport
Big Foot AirfieldSmall Airport
Bingham AirportSmall Airport
Binzel AirportSmall Airport
Blackhawk Island AirportSmall Airport
Bob Walberg FieldSmall Airport
Bountiful Acres AirportSmall Airport
Bristol AirportSmall Airport
Burlington Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Camp Lake AirportSmall Airport
Campbell AirportSmall Airport
Capitol Drive AirportSmall Airport
Casa De Aero Park AirportSmall Airport
Christie AerodromeSmall Airport
Cindy Guntly Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Clover Valley AirportSmall Airport
Colonial Acres AirportSmall Airport
Compass Rose AirportSmall Airport
Covered Bridge Fields AirportSmall Airport
Dacy AirportSmall Airport
DeKalb Taylor Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Der Schwarzwald AirportSmall Airport
Digger Dougs AirportSmall Airport
Doering Farms AirfieldSmall Airport
Donald Alfred Gade AirportSmall Airport
Dutch Gap AirstripSmall Airport
East Troy Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Edward Getzelman AirportSmall Airport
Emerick AirportSmall Airport
Erin Aero AirportSmall Airport
Faken AirportSmall Airport
Ferris FieldSmall Airport
Fletcher AirportSmall Airport
Flying Fox AirportSmall Airport
Flying Q Farm AirportSmall Airport
Fort Atkinson Municipal AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Burlington

5 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Franklin Police Department
Mukwonago Police Department627 South Rochester Street
Muskego Police DepartmentW182S8200 Racine Avenue
Sheriff's Dept Offices
Town of Mukwonago Police

Grocery Stores in Burlington

11 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Best BargainsGrocery Store210 S Pine St
Burlington Farmers Market Inc.Farmers and Markets355 S Pine St
CASEY'S 3748Convenience Store100 S Dodge St
Family Dollar 5432Other196 S Pine St
KWIK TRIP 401Convenience Store500 Falcon Ridge Dr
Kwik Trip 462Convenience Store1164 S Pine St
Los Corrales 2Grocery Store116 W Chestnut St
Pick 'N Save 6414Super Store1008 Milwaukee Ave
Quick Mart MobilConvenience Store656 McHenry St
United Petro LlcConvenience Store501 S Pine St
Walgreens 10584Other680 Milwaukee Ave

Treatment Centers in Burlington

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Clement J Zablocki VAMC - Union Grove ClinicBoth262-878-7001
Lake Geneva Wellness Clinic LLCSubstance Abuse262-248-7942
Oakwood Clinical Associates LtdBoth262-652-9830
ProHealth Care - Behavioral Health ServicesBoth262-928-4036

DOL Wage Violations in Burlington

13 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $74,367 in back wages owed to 123 employees.

13
Violations
$74,367
Back Wages Owed
123
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
MGA Research 53105 1 $37,320 $1,131 33
Arbor View Communities 53105 1 $11,500 $245 47
NESTLE USA, INC. [OSHA] Nestle USA 53105 1 $8,400 $8,400 1
Total Care Group Total Care Group 53105 1 $5,221 $1,740 3
Pine Brook Pointe, LLC 53105 1 $3,003 $250 12
Action Marine 53105 1 $2,643 $529 5
Waterworks Plumbing Company 53105 1 $1,736 $217 8
Dolphin House A 53105 1 $1,248 $250 5
Mather's Improvement Services Ltd 53105 1 $1,075 $269 4
AJ Builders 53105 1 $870 $870 1
Home Helpers Home Care of Burlington 53105 1 $612 $612 1
A & D Painting & Drywall 53105 1 $515 $515 1
The Calebria House 53105 1 $226 $113 2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Burlington

19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BURLINGTON CATHOLIC SCHOOL INC225 W STATE ST
CAMP OAK RIDGE INC39506 60TH ST
CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL OF BURLINGTON ENDOWMENT FNDTN INC148 MCHENRY ST
CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL OF BURLINGTON INC148 MCHENRY ST
CHURCH OF SAINT MARK426 W CHESTNUT ST
COMMON GROUNDS COFFEE HOUSE2405 CROSSWAY RD
COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH2115 HERITAGE RD
CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH126 CHAPEL TER
ENDOWMENT FUND OF CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH INC126 CHAPEL TER
FAITH CHAPEL EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH141 WESTRIDGE AVE
GRACE CHURCH INC OF BURLINGTON WISCONSIN30623 PLANK RD
LIFEBRIDGE COMMUNITY CHURCH INCPO BOX 28
LUTHERAN PIONEERS INCPO BOX 651
OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH417 S KANE ST
RIVERWOOD COMMUNITY CHURCH6919 MCHENRY ST
SERRA INTERNATIONAL201 THORNGATE CT
ST JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH39506 60TH ST
ST JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH198 WESTRIDGE AVE
TRUE VINE MINISTRIES INC5822 380TH AVE

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Frequently Asked Questions About Burlington

What is the population of Burlington?

Burlington has a population of 11,021 residents and is located in Wisconsin. The population density is 1,428 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Burlington expensive to live in?

Burlington is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.1 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $81,658, 9% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $268,300 (5% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $967 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Burlington safe?

Burlington is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 54 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 787 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Burlington receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Burlington?

Burlington has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.3 inches, with 37.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Burlington?

The job market in Burlington is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $980. There are 3,401 business establishments in the area, including 337 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 7.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Burlington?

The median home value in Burlington is $268,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $343,302. For renters, the median monthly rent is $967. Fair market rent is $872 for a 1-bedroom and $1,097 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 54.5%. The average annual property tax is $8,487.

How are the schools in Burlington?

Schools in Burlington score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 27.9% of adults in Burlington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. 10.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Burlington?

The obesity rate in Burlington is 41.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.3% of adults are smokers. 28.9% are physically inactive. 24.5% of residents report depression. 8.8% lack health insurance. 82.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,322.

What is transportation like in Burlington?

The average commute in Burlington is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 76.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Burlington?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Burlington is 89% White, 1.8% Black or African American. 89.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 10.7% speak Spanish. 4.5% of the population are military veterans. 13.5% of residents have a disability. 95.3% have health insurance coverage.

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