East Burke, VT

Vermont

East Burke is a small town in Vermont with a population of 141. Residents earn $80,000 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
141 Population 266/sq mi density
$80,000 Median Income $50,565 per capita
$315,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
40°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$315,500 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
59.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,000
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $315,500
12% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 59.1%
75% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.0%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population141
Median Age41.4 yrs
Density266/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,000
Per Capita$50,565
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$183M
Commute19 min

Housing

A
Home Value$315,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain43.3 in/yr
Elevation852 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+59.1%
High School+97.4%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 39%
Commute19 min
Broadband69.0%
Libraries4

Is East Burke a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Burke receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. East Burke stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Burke is $80,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. 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 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Burke is $315,500, 12% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

East Burke is a highly educated community — 59.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

East Burke has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

East Burke has a population of 141 with a density of 266 people per square mile. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%).

Population

141
Total Population
266
People / sq mi
41.4yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.9%
Female 41.1%

Race & Ethnicity

East Burke vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Burke vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Burke is $80,000, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. 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 19 minutes.

Income: East Burke vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,000
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,565
Avg Weekly Wage$955
IRS Avg AGI$51,928

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)180
County GDP$183M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare10
Retail8
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,350
81% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Work from Home19.2%

Walkability

The median home value in East Burke is $315,500, 12% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$315,500
12% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,124
1 Bedroom$1,203
2 Bedrooms$1,487
3 Bedrooms$1,922
4 Bedrooms$2,111

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,350
81% above US avg
Effective Rate2.01%
In East Burke, 28.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: East Burke vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.0%
13% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate65.0%
Premature Death9,787/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access31.6%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

East Burke has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average39.6°F
27% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.3 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation852 ft (260 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density266/sq mi
Coordinates44.5877°N, 71.9410°W
County FIPS50009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 59.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin. 69.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.4%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+59.1%
75% above US avg
High School+97.4%
School Test Score6.02
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density266/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants12
Retail Stores8

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Work from Home19.2%

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