Median Income
$61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value
$76,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.0%
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.9%
12% higher than US avg
How Burt Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population506
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density1,177/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans10.9%
Economy
B+
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$28,437
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.9%
County GDP$1,399M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$76,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$119,685
Rent Burden13.6%
Health
Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Elevation1,179 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.0%
High School+92.2%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute19 min
Broadband84.9%
Libraries11
Is Burt a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Burt receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Burt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Burt is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Burt is $76,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Burt experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Burt has a population of 506 with a density of 1,177 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.3%), with 1.6% Hispanic.
Population
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.6% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.4% |
| 97% below US avg |
The median household income in Burt is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $61,250 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,437 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,015 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $79,103 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.9% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 644 |
| County GDP | $1,399M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 33 |
| Healthcare | 33 |
| Retail | 71 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,442 |
| 27% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.84% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 68.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 11.1% |
The median home value in Burt is $76,000, 73% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $119,685.
Home Values
| Census Median | $76,000 |
| 73% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $119,685 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,442 |
| 27% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.84% |
In Burt, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Burt vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.7% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.5% |
| Depression | 23.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 7,364/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 33 |
Crime Rates: Burt vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Burt has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
15°F Jan (-9°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 46.0°F |
| 15% below US avg |
| January Average | 15°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 34.1 inches |
| 10% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,179 ft (359 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,177/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.1991°N, 94.2213°W |
| County FIPS | 19109 |