Iowa
West Burlington is a small town in Iowa with a population of 3,184. Residents earn $48,289 per year, which is 36% below the national average.
Based on current data, West Burlington receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. West Burlington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in West Burlington is $48,289, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. The poverty rate of 18.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in West Burlington is $126,700, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $780 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in West Burlington is below the national average at 165 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 8,391 per 100,000, 328% above the national average.
21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
West Burlington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 97.7% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.3% |
| 83% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $48,289 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,883 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,014 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $78,958 |
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 18.9% |
| 52% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,405 |
| County GDP | $2,924M |
| Restaurants | 101 |
| Healthcare | 142 |
| Retail | 168 |
| Manufacturing | 47 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,670 |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.69% |
| Commute Time | 17.1 min |
| Work from Home | 2.3% |
| Census Median | $126,700 |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $162,462 |
| Median List Price | $160,400 |
| Median List Price | $160,400 |
| $/Sq Ft | $80 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 88.4% |
| Price Drops | 40.0% |
| Inventory | 5 |
| Census Median Rent | $780 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,670 |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.69% |
| Obesity | 35.8% |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.0% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.5% |
| Depression | 22.5% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 13.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.8% |
| Premature Death | 9,424/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 142 |
| Total Violent | 165.2/100K |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 165.2/100K |
| Total Property | 8,391.2/100K |
| 328% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 660.7/100K |
| Theft | 7,565.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 165.2/100K |
| Arson | 33.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 51.9°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 37.9 inches |
| 0% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 705 ft (215 m) |
| Area | 4.8 sq mi (12.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 658/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.8216°N, 91.1755°W |
| County FIPS | 19057 |
Winner: Republican by 15.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 21.9% |
| 35% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.73 |
| RUCC Code 5 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+ |
| Population Density | 658/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 5 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 142 |
| Restaurants | 101 |
| Retail Stores | 168 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 17.1 min |
| Work from Home | 2.3% |