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Burlison, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Burlison is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 360. Residents earn $53,625 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
360 Population 343/sq mi density
$53,625 Median Income $31,558 per capita
$162,500 Home Value $204,629 Zillow
$860 Median Rent 30.7% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$53,625 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$162,500 home value, $860/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,625
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $162,500
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $860
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population360
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density343/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 71%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,625
Per Capita$31,558
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$1,763M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,500
Rent$860
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$204,629
Housing Units162
Rent Burden30.7%

Health

Obesity43.0%
Uninsured12.6%
Smoking21.4%
Depression32.4%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain55.8 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation372 ft (113 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+91.7%
Graduate+13.3%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute32 min
Broadband88.1%
Libraries2

Is Burlison a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burlison receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Burlison offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burlison is $53,625, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Burlison is $162,500, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $860 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Burlison enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Burlison has a population of 360 with a density of 343 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.6%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 9.4% Black.

Population

360
Total Population
343
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Burlison vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Burlison vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burlison is $53,625, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Burlison vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,625
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,558
Avg Weekly Wage$967
IRS Avg AGI$65,819

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)962
County GDP$1,763M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare78
Retail145
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,464
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.4 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Burlison is $162,500, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $860 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $204,629.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,500
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$204,629

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$860
26% below US avg
Rent Burden30.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$882
1 Bedroom$924
2 Bedrooms$1,118
3 Bedrooms$1,445
4 Bedrooms$1,644

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.5%
Housing Units162
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,464
30% below US avg
Effective Rate1.52%
In Burlison, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.6% of residents lack health insurance. 21.4% are current smokers. 32.4% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.0%
34% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure37.6%
Asthma11.4%
COPD9.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.4%
53% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity28.1%
Depression32.4%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress16.0%
Short Sleep41.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Uninsured12.6%
47% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits51.1%
Premature Death12,118/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access58.7%
Healthcare Facilities78
Burlison has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.8 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.8 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall2.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation372 ft (113 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density343/sq mi
Coordinates35.5569°N, 89.7846°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47167
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.8-point margin. 88.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76%
D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 52.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.7%
30% below US avg
High School+91.7%
Graduate Degree+13.3%
School Test Score5.08
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density343/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.1%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants83
Retail Stores145

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.4 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

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