Median Income
$28,625
62% lower than US avg
Home Value
$29,100
90% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$490
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
37.9%
206% higher than US avg
How Burnside Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population445
Median Age29.4 yrs
Density48/mi²
Male / Female38% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Economy
C
Median Income$28,625
Per Capita$14,204
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty37.9%
County GDP$2,948M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$29,100
Rent$490
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease9.6%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation6,383 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+77.0%
School Score4.62
Community
2024 VoteR 40% / D 59%
Commute28 min
Libraries8
Is Burnside a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Burnside receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Burnside offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Burnside is $28,625, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 37.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Burnside is $29,100, 90% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $490 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Burnside experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Burnside has a population of 445 with a density of 48 people per square mile. The median age is 29.4 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (93.9%), with 2% White, 86.1% Asian.
Population
29.4yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 45.2% |
| 42% below US avg |
| Spanish | 54.8% |
| 309% above US avg |
The median household income in Burnside is $28,625, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 37.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $28,625 |
| 62% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $14,204 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,092 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $46,478 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 37.9% |
| 206% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 630 |
| County GDP | $2,948M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 62 |
| Healthcare | 70 |
| Retail | 98 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,061 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.08% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.4 min |
| Work from Home | 21.5% |
The median home value in Burnside is $29,100, 90% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $490 (58% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $29,100 |
| 90% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $490 |
| 58% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,053 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,151 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,889 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,158 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,061 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 7.08% |
In Burnside, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 32.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Burnside vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.6% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 18.9% |
| Heart Disease | 9.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.1% |
| Asthma | 16.0% |
| COPD | 13.3% |
| Stroke | 6.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 12.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.9% |
| Depression | 22.4% |
| Mental Distress | 25.2% |
| Physical Distress | 23.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 68.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.0% |
| Premature Death | 27,851/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 3.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 17.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 70 |
Crime Rates: Burnside vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 23 |
Safety Score
Burnside has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.9°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,383 ft (1,946 m) |
| Area | 9.3 sq mi (24.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 48/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.7534°N, 109.6248°W |
| County FIPS | 04001 |