Cost of Living in Burlington, CO
Population 3,165 · Colorado · Data vintage 2023
(100 = US avg)
Under 25,000 residents gives Burlington a small-town character that shows up in every data point below — from the commute patterns to the rental inventory. A typical home runs $199,000.
Geographically, Burlington lies roughly 135 miles east of the nearest major metro, Aurora. Median home values run roughly 55% lower than Aurora's $445,000.
Cost Overview
Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.
About the Cost of Living in Burlington
The median home value in Burlington is $199,000 — 35% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $1,025/month, 22% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $59,842/year is 20% lower than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 3.1%, below the national average of 4.8%. Colorado's top state income tax rate is 4.4% and the combined sales tax is 7.8%. The climate averages highs of 65.5°F and lows of 37.2°F. Overall, Burlington has a cost of living index of 70 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 30% less expensive.
Burlington has limited residential data
Detailed housing and income data is limited for this location. Here are the nearest cities with full cost of living data:
🏠 Housing
HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom
💰 Estimated Monthly Budget
Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.
🛒 Food & Groceries
National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.
🚗 Transportation
Commute Mode
⚡ Utilities
📋 Taxes
💼 Income & Employment
🎓 Education
👥 Demographics
🌤 Climate
NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 44 | 46 | 56 | 64 | 73 | 85 | 90 | 87 | 80 | 66 | 53 | 44 |
| Low °F | 17 | 19 | 26 | 34 | 45 | 56 | 61 | 59 | 50 | 37 | 25 | 17 |
| Precip" | 0.19 | 0.27 | 0.75 | 1.57 | 2.55 | 2.76 | 2.95 | 3.05 | 1.21 | 1.05 | 0.38 | 0.36 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost of living in Burlington, CO?
Burlington has a cost index of 70 (100 = national average). It is 30% below the national average.
What is average rent in Burlington, CO?
The median gross rent in Burlington is $1,025 per month based on 2023 Census data.
What is the average home price in Burlington?
The median home value in Burlington is $199,000 according to Zillow and Census data.
What is the median income in Burlington?
The median household income in Burlington is $59,842 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).
What is the sales tax in Burlington, CO?
The combined state and local sales tax rate in Burlington is 7.8%. The Colorado state income tax top rate is 4.4%.
Is Burlington, CO affordable?
Yes, Burlington is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 70 — about 30% below the US national average of 100.
What is the weather like in Burlington?
Burlington has average high temperatures of 65.5°F and average lows of 37.2°F. Annual precipitation is 17.1". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.
Burlington at a Glance
- Population
- 3,165
- Median Income
- $59,842
- Home Value
- $199,000
- Median Rent
- $1,025/mo
- Unemployment
- 3.1%
- Avg High Temp
- 65.5°F
- Sales Tax
- 7.8%
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