Burlington city, Kansas
Burlington city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Burlington city is a geographic entity located in Coffey County, Kansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,640. The land area covers 2.25 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,640 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 40.6 yrs | ±2.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,104 | ±91 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,328 | ±98 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,104 | ±91 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 224 | ±86 |
| Median Home Value | $149,300 | ±$20,050 |
| Median Gross Rent | $834 | ±$193 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $50,882 | ±$13,781 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,180 | ±$3,922 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.8% | ±5.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 423 | ±145 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.9% | ±3.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,060 | ±111 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.1% | ±3.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 2,596 (2024)
ID: 184269
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: MAYOR
PO BOX 207, BURLINGTON KS 66839-0207
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GUS Population: 8,301 (2024)
ID: 164626
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COFFEY COUNTY ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTA
110 S 6TH ST, BURLINGTON KS 66839-1796
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Education
Listing 7 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Burlington | PK-04 | Burlington, KS | |
| Regular School Burlington | 09-12 | Burlington, KS | |
| Regular School Burlington | 05-08 | Burlington, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Hartford, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Neosho Rapids, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Gridley, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | LeRoy, KS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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COFFEY COUNTY HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 801 NORTH 4TH STREET, BURLINGTON, KS, 66839 |
(620) 364-2121
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COFFEY COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 0.4 mi away | 410 JUNIATTA STREET, BURLINGTON, KS, 66839 |
(620) 364-5333
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NEW STRAWN
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Library | 5.0 mi away | 365 NORTH MAIN, NEW STRAWN, KS, 66839 |
(620) 364-8910
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LEROY
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 725 MAIN, LEROY, KS, 66857 |
(620) 964-2321
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GRIDLEY
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 512 MAIN, GRIDLEY, KS, 66852 |
(620) 836-3905
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HARTFORD/ELMENDARO TOWNSHIP
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Library | 14.0 mi away | 224 COMMERCIAL ST., HARTFORD, KS, 66854 |
(620) 303-0011
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WAVERLY
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Library | 16.1 mi away | 608 PEARSON, WAVERLY, KS, 66871 |
(785) 733-2400
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LEBO
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Library | 16.6 mi away | 327 OGDEN, LEBO, KS, 66856 |
(620) 256-6452
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MADISON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.4 mi away | 110 SOUTH 1ST ST., MADISON, KS, 66860 |
(620) 437-2634
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YATES CENTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.4 mi away | 218 N MAIN, YATES CENTER, KS, 66783 |
(620) 625-3341
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at JOHN REDMOND LAKE, KS US, located 4.3 miles from Burlington city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41.2° | 19.2° | 30.2° | 0.94" | — |
| February | 46.3° | 22.8° | 34.6° | 1.31" | — |
| March | 57.1° | 32.8° | 45.0° | 2.20" | — |
| April | 67.4° | 43.8° | 55.6° | 3.68" | — |
| May | 75.9° | 55.1° | 65.5° | 5.32" | — |
| June | 85.3° | 64.4° | 74.9° | 4.58" | — |
| July | 90.2° | 68.7° | 79.4° | 4.46" | — |
| August | 89.5° | 66.9° | 78.2° | 4.06" | — |
| September | 81.5° | 58.1° | 69.8° | 3.76" | — |
| October | 69.7° | 45.6° | 57.6° | 3.42" | — |
| November | 56.1° | 33.5° | 44.8° | 1.90" | — |
| December | 44.7° | 23.7° | 34.2° | 1.55" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| New Strawn city | City | 4.9 mi | — |
| LeRoy city | City | 9.6 mi | — |
| Gridley city | City | 9.8 mi | — |
| Hartford city | City | 13.9 mi | — |
| Westphalia city | City | 13.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2003109400. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.