West Burlington, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Des Moines County County
West Burlington, IA
At a Glance
How West Burlington Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows West Burlington's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is West Burlington a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
West Burlington residents earn a median household income of $48,289 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,883. The unemployment rate stands at 1.4% (61% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,405 business establishments, including 101 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in West Burlington is $126,700 , 55% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $172,519. Median rent is $780/month, with 30.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1964.
Safety & Crime
West Burlington reports 191 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 50% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 9,590/100K.
Education
21.9% of adults in West Burlington hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below the national average). 95.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
West Burlington has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches.