Burlington

Des Moines County, Iowa

Population 38K |Median income $62,928 |1 hospital

Population

38,487

Des Moines County

Median Income

$62,928

-7% vs avg

Median Home Value

$136,500

-40% vs avg

Median Age

42.3

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

38K-5%

Median Income

$62,928+48%

Median Home Value

$136,500+45%

Poverty Rate

12.8%-7%

Unemployment

3.1%-64%

Economics

Median Rent

$904/mo

Poverty Rate

12.8% -10% vs avg

Unemployment 3.1%

Bachelor's Degree+ 23.8%

Work From Home 4.2%

Public Transit 0.9%

Population

White 85.5%

African American 4.8%

Two or More Ethnicities 4.8%

Asian 1.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

35.5%

Obesity

34.6%

Short Sleep Duration

31.4%

Physical Inactivity

28.2%

Binge Drinking

19.4%

Frequent Mental Distress

16.5%

Current Smoking

15.9%

Frequent Physical Distress

13.8%

Diabetes

12.3%

Current Asthma

10%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 65.6%

Annual Checkup 79.8%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease

7.5%

Lack of Health Insurance

7.4%

Stroke

3.8%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

2/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

SOUTHEAST IOWA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

WEST BURLINGTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Burlington Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 35m ago

Weather Warnings high

Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle Threatens Eastern Top End with Category 3 Winds

BOM · 1h ago

Weather Warnings

Coastal Hazard Warning Issued for Carpentaria District Due to Abnormally High Tides

BOM · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Burlington, IA? ▼

Burlington, IA has a population of 38,487 people, located in Des Moines County, Iowa.

What is the median household income in Burlington? ▼

The median household income in Burlington, IA is $62,928 per year. The poverty rate is 12.8%.

What is the median home value in Burlington? ▼

The median home value in Burlington, IA is $136,500. Median rent is $904/month.

What are the top health concerns in Burlington? ▼

The top health indicators in Burlington include High Blood Pressure (35.5%), Obesity (34.6%), Short Sleep Duration (31.4%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Burlington? ▼

Burlington has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Burlington? ▼

The median age in Burlington, IA is 42.3 years. 23.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Burlington, IA is located in Des Moines County, Iowa. With a population of 38K and a median household income of $62,928, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Burlington area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Des Moines County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.