Burton, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Burton, Michigan had a total population of 29,500, the 36th largest city in Michigan, with a median household income of $60,052, which is 18% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.1%.
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x.
Burton Quick Facts
How Burton Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 28,654 | 29,500 | +3.0% |
| Median household income | $59,097 | $60,052 | No clear change (+1.6%) |
| Median home value¹ | $107,810 | $141,600 | +31.3% |
| Median gross rent | $973 | $1,009 | No clear change (+3.6%) |
How Burton Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 76.7%
- Black: 10.6%
- Hispanic: 4.0%
- Asian: 0.3%
- Other: 0.4%
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 9.7%
- HS Diploma: 35.9%
- Some College: 26.0%
- Associate's: 11.7%
- Bachelor's: 11.6%
- Graduate+: 5.2%
Burton Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Genesee County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flint | 80,175 | $37,646 | 34.1% | $53,500 |
| Beecher | 8,412 | $37,515 | 31.3% | $51,500 |
| Flushing | 8,284 | $80,025 | 7.0% | $204,500 |
| Grand Blanc | 7,987 | $68,052 | 9.0% | $235,500 |
| Lake Fenton | 6,417 | $116,352 | 7.2% | $396,800 |
| Swartz Creek | 5,853 | $71,571 | 10.9% | $174,200 |
| Davison | 5,076 | $48,814 | 16.1% | $181,200 |
| Linden | 4,160 | $79,464 | 4.4% | $239,700 |
| Mount Morris | 3,117 | $48,794 | 22.7% | $86,600 |
| Argentine | 2,190 | $125,313 | 4.9% | $328,700 |
Cities Similar to Burton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southgate | 29,366 | $66,118 | $173,600 | 21.5% | 9.4% |
| Oak Park | 29,318 | $71,510 | $212,300 | 37.1% | 12.0% |
| Madison Heights | 28,419 | $69,503 | $199,100 | 33.9% | 10.8% |
| Port Huron | 28,620 | $50,366 | $149,300 | 18.1% | 22.6% |
| Garden City | 26,739 | $67,294 | $168,800 | 15.1% | 10.7% |
Population Overview
Burton is a mid-sized community located in Michigan, within Genesee County. The total population is 29,500. It ranks as the 36th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Burton is 43.7 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Burton is $60,052. This is 18% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 26% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.1%. This is 22% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 7.1%. This is 25% higher than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $141,600. Housing costs are 39% lower than the state median of $231,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Burton is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Burton is White (non-Hispanic), making up 76.7% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 10.6%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 3.4%.
Education
16.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 48% lower than the state rate of 32.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Burton, Michigan 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 Michigan state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 745 Census-designated places in Michigan. 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 Burton, Michigan?
Burton, Michigan has a population of 29,500 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Burton, MI?
The median household income in Burton is $60,052, which is 26% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Burton, MI?
The poverty rate in Burton is 16.1%. This means approximately 4,732 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Burton, Michigan?
Burton's population is 76.7% White, 10.6% Black, 4.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Burton, MI?
The median home value in Burton is $141,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.
How educated is Burton, Michigan?
16.8% of adults (25+) in Burton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.