Burlington SnackAbility
Overall SnackAbility
Crime in Burlington summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Burlington. Key points include:
There were 2,459 total crimes in Burlington in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Burlington is 4,037.4 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Burlington is 952.3 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Burlington is 3,085.1 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Burlington is 90.51% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In Burlington Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Burlington / 100k People |
North Carolina / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 2,459 | 4,037.4 | 2,343.9 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 580 | 952.3 | 375.8 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 4 | 6.6 | 7.5 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 70 | 114.9 | 50.2 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 458 | 752.0 | 290.1 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 1,879 | 3,085.1 | 1,968.1 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 315 | 517.2 | 323.9 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 1,345 | 2,208.3 | 1,390.2 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 219 | 359.6 | 254.1 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Burlington summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Burlington. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around North Carolina. Key points include:
The cost of living in Burlington is 94 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Burlington is 0.9x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Burlington is $256,022.
The median income in Burlington is $56,880.
Burlington's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Burlington Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Burlington | North Carolina | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 94 | 95 | 100 |
| Services | 99 | 98 | 100 |
| Groceries | 101 | 98 | 100 |
| Health | 78 | 89 | 100 |
| Housing | 98 | 100 | 100 |
| Transportation | 102 | 97 | 100 |
| Utilities | 97 | 101 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Burlington, NC Weather
The average high in Burlington is 70.6° and the average low is 47.4°.
There are 72.7 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 44.5 inches of precipitation each year with 2.5 inches of snow.
| Stat | Burlington |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 70.6 |
| Average Annual Low | 47.4 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 72.7 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 44.5 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 2.5 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
Burlington, NC Photos
Rankings & Articles For Burlington
Locations Around Burlington
Map Of Burlington, NC
Best Places Around Burlington
Gibsonville, NC
Population 9,467
Elon, NC
Population 11,032
Mebane, NC
Population 19,538
Greensboro, NC
Population 301,198
Graham, NC
Population 18,048
Burlington Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Burlington
The current population in Burlington is 59,610. The population has increased 22.3% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 59,610 | 1.7% |
| 2023 | 58,599 | 2.9% |
| 2022 | 56,951 | 0.7% |
| 2021 | 56,563 | 3.7% |
| 2020 | 54,534 | 2.8% |
| 2019 | 53,063 | 1.0% |
| 2018 | 52,524 | -0.5% |
| 2017 | 52,813 | 0.5% |
| 2016 | 52,570 | 0.6% |
| 2015 | 52,241 | 1.0% |
| 2014 | 51,740 | 1.2% |
| 2013 | 51,128 | 1.5% |
| 2012 | 50,355 | 1.5% |
| 2011 | 49,590 | 1.8% |
| 2010 | 48,736 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Burlington
See the full breakdown
Burlington is:
44.3% White with 26,399 White residents.
29.3% African American with 17,438 African American residents.
0.1% American Indian with 84 American Indian residents.
2.8% Asian with 1,685 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 12 Hawaiian residents.
0.5% Other with 285 Other residents.
3.5% Two Or More with 2,066 Two Or More residents.
19.5% Hispanic with 11,641 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Burlington | NC | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 44.3% | 60.0% | 57.4% |
| African American | 29.3% | 20.0% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 2.8% | 3.3% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 3.5% | 4.1% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 19.5% | 11.3% | 19.3% |
Gender in Burlington
See the full breakdown
Burlington is 52.5% female with 31,285 female residents.
Burlington is 47.5% male with 28,325 male residents.
| Gender | Burlington | NC | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 51.1% | 50.5% |
| Male | 47.5% | 48.9% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Burlington for adults over 25
See the full breakdown
7.0% of adults in Burlington completed < 9th grade.
8.0% of adults in Burlington completed 9-12th grade.
26.0% of adults in Burlington completed high school / ged.
20.0% of adults in Burlington completed some college.
10.0% of adults in Burlington completed associate's degree.
20.0% of adults in Burlington completed bachelor's degree.
6.0% of adults in Burlington completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in Burlington completed professional degree.
2.0% of adults in Burlington completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Burlington | NC | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 7.0% | 3.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 8.0% | 6.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 26.0% | 25.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 20.0% | 20.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 10.0% | 10.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 20.0% | 22.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 6.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Burlington, North Carolina
See the full breakdown
5.9% of households in Burlington earn Less than $10,000.
4.6% of households in Burlington earn $10,000 to $14,999.
8.9% of households in Burlington earn $15,000 to $24,999.
10.8% of households in Burlington earn $25,000 to $34,999.
14.2% of households in Burlington earn $35,000 to $49,999.
19.4% of households in Burlington earn $50,000 to $74,999.
12.0% of households in Burlington earn $75,000 to $99,999.
14.1% of households in Burlington earn $100,000 to $149,999.
5.0% of households in Burlington earn $150,000 to $199,999.
5.0% of households in Burlington earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Burlington | NC | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 5.9% | 5.0% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4.6% | 3.7% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 8.9% | 7.1% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 10.8% | 7.4% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 14.2% | 11.7% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 19.4% | 16.8% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12.0% | 13.0% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 14.1% | 16.6% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 5.0% | 8.3% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 5.0% | 10.4% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
