Bachelor's+ 22.0%

35% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.9%

9% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population90

Median Age41.5 yrs

Density273/mi²

Male / Female52% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans50.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$25,436

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$4,661M

Commute37 min

Health

Obesity34.9%

Uninsured7.4%

Smoking14.2%

Depression21.1%

Heart Disease3.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain36.4 in/yr

Sunny Days302/yr

Elevation650 ft (198 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+22.0%

High School+80.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%

Commute37 min

Broadband22.0%

Libraries5

Is Burton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burton receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Burton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Burton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Burton has a population of 90 with a density of 273 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

273

People / sq mi

41.5yrs

Median Age

7% above US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%

Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Burton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Burton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burton is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Burton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$25,436
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,057
IRS Avg AGI	$75,579

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,747
County GDP	$4,661M

Business (County)

Restaurants	161
Healthcare	158
Retail	252
Manufacturing	76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,297
	80% above US avg
Cost of Living	100.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	36.5 min
Drive Alone	72.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

In Burton, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 14.2% are current smokers. 21.1% report depression. 18.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.9%
	9% above US avg
Diabetes	7.1%
Heart Disease	3.3%
High Blood Pressure	25.6%
Asthma	9.0%
COPD	5.0%
Cancer	5.4%
Stroke	1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.2%
	1% above US avg
Binge Drinking	23.2%
Physical Inactivity	18.0%
Depression	21.1%
Mental Distress	16.6%
Physical Distress	10.4%
Short Sleep	36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	7.4%
	14% below US avg
Primary Care	1:955
Dentists	1:1,177
Mental Health	1:316
Checkup Rate	66.4%
Dental Visits	52.3%
Premature Death	8,699/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.4/10
Exercise Access	77.5%
Healthcare Facilities	158

Burton has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.4 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	53.0°F
	2% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	36.4 inches
	4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	650 ft (198 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density	273/sq mi
Coordinates	39.9079°N, 91.2493°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	17001

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.4-point margin. 22.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%

D 25.6%

Winner: Republican by 47.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	22.0%
	35% below US avg
High School+	80.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.34

C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density	273/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	22.0%
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	158
Restaurants	161
Retail Stores	252

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	36.5 min
Drive Alone	72.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Burton, IL

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

People

Economy

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Burton a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Burton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Burton vs U.S. Average

Income: Burton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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