Burrton, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Burrton is a small town in Kansas with a population of 874. Residents earn $65,313 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
874 Population 971/sq mi density
$65,313 Median Income $26,651 per capita
$86,500 Home Value $165,701 Zillow
$850 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$65,313 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$86,500 home value, $850/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,313
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $86,500
69% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

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

People

Population874
Median Age32.4 yrs
Density971/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,313
Per Capita$26,651
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$1,762M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$86,500
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$165,701

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property792/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary226/100K

Health

Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain28.3 in/yr
Elevation1,453 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+89.7%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute22 min
Libraries6

Is Burrton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burrton receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Burrton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burrton is $65,313, 13% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Burrton is $86,500, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Burrton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 792 per 100,000, 60% below the national average.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Burrton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Burrton has a population of 874 with a density of 971 people per square mile. The median age is 32.4 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

874
Total Population
971
People / sq mi
32.4yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Burrton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Burrton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burrton is $65,313, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Burrton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,313
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,651
Avg Weekly Wage$922
IRS Avg AGI$67,187

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg
Establishments (County)849
County GDP$1,762M

Business (County)

Restaurants66
Healthcare127
Retail88
Manufacturing55

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,330
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Burrton is $86,500, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,701.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,500
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$165,701
Median List Price$70,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$70,000
$/Sq Ft$61
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio95.5%
Price Drops40.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,330
24% above US avg
Effective Rate5.01%
In Burrton, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.5%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death9,762/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access73.6%
Healthcare Facilities127
Burrton has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 792 per 100,000 (60% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property791.9/100K
60% below US avg
Burglary226.2/100K
Theft565.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Burrton has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.3 inches
26% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,453 ft (443 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density971/sq mi
Coordinates38.0237°N, 97.6715°W
County FIPS20079
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.6%
D 38.6%

Winner: Republican by 21.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+89.7%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density971/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities127
Restaurants66
Retail Stores88

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Work from Home3.3%

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