Burlington village, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Burlington village, Illinois Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Burlington village, Illinois has a total population of 479, the 953rd largest city in Illinois, with a median household income of $83,250, which is 2% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.1%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.0%.

Burlington village Quick Facts

Population 479

Median Household Income $83,250

Median Home Value $283,300

Poverty Rate 14.1%

Unemployment Rate 2.0%

Median Age 37.5 years

Homeownership Rate 74.1%

Affordability Ratio 3.4x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 25.1%

High School Graduation Rate 95.3%

Diversity Index 17/100

Population 479 953rd of 1,445

Median Income $83,250 top 30%

Poverty Rate 14.1% 14% higher national

Median Home Value $283,300 top 20%

How Burlington village Compares

Median Household Income

Burlington village

$83,250

$81,702

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Burlington village

$283,300

$250,500

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.2%

$25K-$50K 12.2%

$50K-$100K 38.6%

$100K+ 38.1%

Employment

2.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.8% | National: 5.2%

69.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 74.1%

Renter 25.9%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.4x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

27.8%

18-34

17.3%

35-54

20.5%

55-74

28.0%

75+

6.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 60 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Burlington village Rankings in Illinois

#953 Population of 1,445

#381 Median Income of 1,445

#423 Education of 1,445

#182 Home Value of 1,445

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Cities Similar to Burlington village

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Sigel town	476	$84,861	$161,500	17.8%	5.5%
Stanford village	469	$83,173	$101,800	11.0%	9.4%
Hillsdale village	489	$84,583	$96,700	11.5%	17.0%
Bonfield village	474	$86,667	$190,800	10.1%	2.3%
Leaf River village	475	$75,903	$93,600	12.5%	14.2%

Population Overview

Burlington village is a small community located in Illinois. The total population is 479. It ranks as the 953rd most populous out of 1,445 cities and towns in Illinois.

Age Demographics

The median age in Burlington village is 37.5 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Burlington village is $83,250. This is 2% higher than the state median of $81,702. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 6% higher. The poverty rate stands at 14.1%. This is 21% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 2.0%. This is 66% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $283,300. Housing costs are 13% higher than the state median of $250,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 74.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 66.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

Burlington village has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (90.8% vs 58.8%). The Hispanic or Latino population (6.9%) is well below the state average of 18.5%.

Education

25.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 33% lower than the state rate of 37.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Burlington village, Illinois is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Illinois state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Burlington village, Illinois?

Burlington village, Illinois has a population of 479 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Burlington village, IL?

The median household income in Burlington village is $83,250, which is 6% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Burlington village, IL?

The poverty rate in Burlington village is 14.1%. This means approximately 66 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Burlington village, Illinois?

Burlington village's population is 90.8% White, 0.0% Black, 6.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Burlington village, IL?

The median home value in Burlington village is $283,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

How educated is Burlington village, Illinois?

25.1% of adults (25+) in Burlington village hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.