Burlington, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Burlington, Illinois had a total population of 425, the 985th largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $84,219, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 10.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Burlington Quick Facts
How Burlington Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 479 | 425 | -11.3% |
| Median household income | $83,250 | $84,219 | +1.2% |
| Median home value | $283,300 | $296,200 | +4.6% |
How Burlington Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 61 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Burlington Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Kane County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpentersville | 37,346 | $86,917 | 10.3% | $234,100 |
| Algonquin | 30,067 | $134,525 | 4.1% | $351,000 |
| Huntley | 28,005 | $88,536 | 8.6% | $334,300 |
| South Elgin | 24,217 | $127,203 | 6.5% | $339,100 |
| Montgomery | 21,515 | $103,734 | 6.7% | $299,500 |
| Geneva | 21,258 | $144,341 | 3.8% | $441,400 |
| North Aurora | 18,696 | $114,305 | 6.3% | $342,100 |
| Pingree Grove | 10,914 | $114,294 | 1.2% | $320,800 |
| Campton Hills | 10,877 | $209,134 | 2.9% | $547,500 |
| Sugar Grove | 9,240 | $121,207 | 4.7% | $401,900 |
Cities Similar to Burlington
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sigel | 439 | $85,625 | $165,800 | 19.9% | 8.3% |
| Benson | 428 | $76,333 | $114,900 | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Andover | 434 | $77,813 | $163,600 | 20.9% | 3.7% |
| Liberty | 409 | $78,977 | $137,500 | 17.9% | 6.4% |
| Hillsdale | 451 | $86,250 | $99,200 | 12.4% | 10.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 425, Burlington's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Burlington is a small community located in Illinois, within Kane County. The total population is 425. It ranks as the 985th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Burlington is 39.8 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Burlington is $84,219. This is about the same as the state median of $83,390. It is also 4% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.1%. This is 14% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Burlington, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $296,200. Housing costs are 12% higher than the state median of $263,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 83.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Burlington is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 15.3%.
Education
26.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 37.9%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 98.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Burlington, Illinois is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. 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. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Burlington, Illinois?
Burlington, Illinois has a population of 425 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Burlington, IL?
The median household income in Burlington is $84,219, which is 4% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Burlington, IL?
The poverty rate in Burlington is 10.1%. This means approximately 43 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Burlington, Illinois?
Burlington's population is 82.1% White, 0.0% Black, 15.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Burlington, IL?
The median home value in Burlington is $296,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.
How educated is Burlington, Illinois?
26.5% of adults (25+) in Burlington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.