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Burton, TX

Texas · Washington County

Burton is a small town in Texas with a population of 219. Residents earn $70,000 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
219 Population 186/sq mi density
$70,000 Median Income $32,061 per capita
$265,900 Home Value $527,785 Zillow
$1,175 Median Rent 13.5% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$70,000 median income, 6.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$265,900 home value, $1,175/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,000
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $265,900
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.0%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,175
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.6%
83% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population219
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density186/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 69%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$32,061
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$3,022M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$265,900
Rent$1,175
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$527,785
Housing Units191
Rent Burden13.5%

Health

Obesity34.5%
Uninsured9.4%
Smoking12.2%
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation445 ft (136 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.0%
High School+95.3%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute19 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries1

Is Burton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burton receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Burton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burton is $70,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate 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 Burton is $265,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,175 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

24.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Burton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Burton has a population of 219 with a density of 186 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.9%), with 28.3% Black.

Population

219
Total Population
186
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.6%
Female 58.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Burton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Burton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burton is $70,000, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Burton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,061
Avg Weekly Wage$976
IRS Avg AGI$88,541

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.6%
83% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,088
County GDP$3,022M

Business (County)

Restaurants94
Healthcare100
Retail148
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,255
107% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.9 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Burton is $265,900, 6% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,175 (1% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $527,785.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$265,900
6% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$527,785

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,175
1% above US avg
Rent Burden13.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.2%
Housing Units191
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,255
107% above US avg
Effective Rate2.73%
In Burton, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.4% of residents lack health insurance. 12.2% are current smokers. 24.0% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.2%
13% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity20.7%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep37.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Uninsured9.4%
9% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,631
Dentists1:2,009
Mental Health1:1,121
Checkup Rate73.7%
Dental Visits63.0%
Premature Death8,785/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access57.3%
Healthcare Facilities100
Burton has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average67.0°F
24% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation445 ft (136 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density186/sq mi
Coordinates30.1858°N, 96.6031°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyWashington County County
County FIPS48477
Burton is located in Washington County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 24.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.7-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77%
D 22.3%

Winner: Republican by 54.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.0%
29% below US avg
High School+95.3%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density186/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi
CountyWashington County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities100
Restaurants94
Retail Stores148

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.9 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%

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