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Is Burleson a Good Place to Live? Burleson, Texas: cost of living, crime, schools and rankings
Burleson ranks #461 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #218 of 524 smaller cities and #24 of 74 in Texas. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low poverty (7.1%, #115 of 524) and low unemployment (3.6%, #112 of 476), and trails on long commutes (30.9 min, #438 of 524).
Burleson by the numbers
The measures people check first, each with Burleson's rank among the tracked cities and the US figure (or the similar-size median where there is no national figure).
What is the cost of living in Burleson?
Burleson's cost of living index is 103.1, 3% above the US level of 100 and #842 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,685/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $337,266, 13% above the typical Texas home ($299,367).
| Measure | Burleson | TexasTX | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of living indexBEA Regional Price Parities, metro area · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size 102.4 · US 100 | 103.1#842 of 1,308 | 97 | 102.4 | 100 |
| Typical home value (Zillow)Zillow Home Value Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $431,438 · US $368,697 | $337,266#486 of 1,187 | $299,367 | $431,438 | $368,697 |
| Typical asking rent (Zillow)Zillow Observed Rent Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,884/mo · US $1,948/mo | $1,731/mo#533 of 1,115 | — | $1,884/mo | $1,948/mo |
| Median home value (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $401,950 | $308,200#550 of 1,309 | — | $401,950 | — |
| Median rent (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,633/mo | $1,685/mo#863 of 1,309 | — | $1,633/mo | — |
| Home value to incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.5x | 3.3x#301 of 1,309 | — | 4.5x | — |
| Rent as a share of incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 22.2% | 21.5%#617 of 1,309 | — | 22.2% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Texas is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. Zillow figures track homes and rentals on the market now; Census figures are survey medians of all homes and leases, so the two differ.
Burleson housing market · August
Typical home value is a monthly index of homes in the middle third of the market; the Census figures above are survey medians and will differ. Source in the data sources list below. Burleson is in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro.
Texas housing market →Is Burleson safe?
Burleson recorded 155 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 58% below the US rate of 373 and 61% below Texas's 401. That ranks #248 of 1,083 cities with data (1 = safest) and #111 of 442 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Burleson Police Department. Property crime runs 743 per 100,000 (US 2,083).
| Measure | Burleson | TexasTX | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 264 · US 373 | 155#248 of 1,083 | 401 | 264 | 373 |
| Property crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 1,553 · US 2,083 | 743#107 of 1,083 | 2,463 | 1,553 | 2,083 |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Texas is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. City rates come from each police agency's report to the FBI and are not strictly comparable across agencies.
What do people earn in Burleson?
The median household in Burleson earns $93,928, 22% above the US figure of $76,827 and 29% above Texas ($73,035). Unemployment is 3.6% (US 4.2%). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 0.7% in the latest year (US +0.8%).
| Measure | Burleson | TexasTX | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median household incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size $83,646 · US $76,827 | $93,928#418 of 1,312 | $73,035 | $83,646 | $76,827 |
| Unemployment rateBLS LAUS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.2% · US 4.2% | 3.6%#297 of 1,058 | 4.2% | 4.2% | 4.2% |
| Poverty rateCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.8% | 7.1%#247 of 1,312 | — | 10.8% | — |
| Population growth, one yearCensus population estimates · rank 1 = fastestSimilar-size +0.2% · US +0.8% | +0.7%#317 of 1,132 | +1.7% | +0.2% | +0.8% |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Texas is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure.
Who lives in Burleson?
The median resident of Burleson is 35.2 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 34% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #646 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 72.1% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
| Measure | Burleson | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median ageCensus ACSSimilar-size 37.7 | 35.2 | 37.7 | — |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 35.1% | 34%#646 of 1,312 | 35.1% | — |
| Homes lived in by their ownerCensus ACSSimilar-size 61.7% | 72.1% | 61.7% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure.
How are Burleson's schools and health?
There is no city graduation rate for Burleson; its public schools have 15.4 students per teacher and spend $10,268 per pupil. 31.5% of adults are obese and 10% have diabetes, against similar-size city medians of 31.9% and 11%.
| Measure | Burleson | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students per teacherNCES Common Core of Data · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 16.4 | 15.4#529 of 1,188 | 16.4 | — |
| Spending per pupilNCES school finance survey · rank 1 = mostSimilar-size $15,354 | $10,268#1131 of 1,188 | $15,354 | — |
| Adult obesityCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 31.9% | 31.5%#502 of 1,311 | 31.9% | — |
| Adult diabetesCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11% | 10%#402 of 1,311 | 11% | — |
| Adults with frequent mental distressCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 16.7% | 17.8%#817 of 1,311 | 16.7% | — |
| Adults without health insuranceCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.1% | 12.1%#881 of 1,311 | 10.1% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. 12,707 students are enrolled in Burleson's public schools.
What are the commute and weather like in Burleson?
The average commute in Burleson is 30.9 minutes (Texas 23.7); 0% of workers take transit and 10% work from home. On the EPA's walkability index Burleson scores 7.9 of 20 (below average walkable), #1084 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). Summers average 82.2°F and winters 46.9°F, with 36.5 inches of precipitation a year.
| Measure | Burleson | TexasTX | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average commuteCensus ACS · rank 1 = shortestSimilar-size 25.1 min | 30.9 min#1160 of 1,312 | 23.7 min | 25.1 min | — |
| Commutes of an hour or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 6.5% | 9%#991 of 1,312 | 8.1% | 6.5% | — |
| Drive alone to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 70.8% | 82.2% | 75.1% | 70.8% | — |
| Take transit to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.1% | 0% | 1% | 1.1% | — |
| Walk to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.4% | — |
| Bike to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0.2% | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | — |
| Work from homeCensus ACSSimilar-size 13.7% | 10% | 11% | 13.7% | — |
| Walkability index (1 to 20)EPA National Walkability Index · rank 1 = most walkableSimilar-size 11.1 | 7.9#1084 of 1,312 | — | 11.1 | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Texas is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. The walkability index is the EPA's, averaged over the city's neighborhoods by population.
| Month | Average high (°F) | Average low (°F) | Precipitation (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 56.8 | 33.5 | 2.3 |
| Feb | 60.8 | 36.9 | 2.6 |
| Mar | 68 | 44 | 3.7 |
| Apr | 75.8 | 51.6 | 3 |
| May | 82.8 | 61 | 4.2 |
| Jun | 90.6 | 68.8 | 3.5 |
| Jul | 94.7 | 72 | 2.2 |
| Aug | 95.2 | 71.8 | 2.3 |
| Sep | 88.5 | 64.7 | 3.1 |
| Oct | 78.3 | 53.8 | 4.4 |
| Nov | 66.9 | 43.5 | 2.7 |
| Dec | 58.3 | 35.2 | 2.6 |
Top: average low to average high, °F. Bottom: precipitation, inches. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Burleson.
| Measure | Burleson | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperatureNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 58.1°F | 64.7°F | 58.1°F | — |
| Summer average (Jun–Aug)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 74.2°F | 82.2°F | 74.2°F | — |
| Winter average (Dec–Feb)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 40.8°F | 46.9°F | 40.8°F | — |
| Precipitation a yearNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 38.3 in | 36.5 in | 38.3 in | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Burleson.
What are the air quality and natural hazard risks in Burleson?
Johnson County's air had a median air quality index of 37, and 86% of measured days were rated good; 1 day was unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from ozone. Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Johnson County's biggest natural hazard losses in tornado, wildfire, and hail, with expected yearly losses of 0.12% of building value, lower than 76% of US counties.
| Measure | Burleson | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median air quality index (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = cleanestSimilar-size 44 | 37#190 of 1,138 | 44 | — |
| Unhealthy air days a year (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 3 | 1#309 of 1,138 | 3 | — |
| Yearly hazard losses, share of building value (county)FEMA National Risk Index · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 0.15% | 0.12%#366 of 1,312 | 0.15% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. County figures for Johnson County: the EPA measures air at monitors and FEMA estimates hazard losses by county, not by city.
Natural hazard losses, Johnson County
| Hazard | Yearly loss | Higher than |
|---|---|---|
| Tornado | 0.022% | 91% of counties |
| Wildfire | 0.0096% | 84% of counties |
| Hail | 0.0035% | 62% of counties |
| Strong wind | 0.0025% | 57% of counties |
| Inland flooding | 0.065% | 28% of counties |
FEMA National Risk Index: expected yearly building losses from each hazard as a share of the county's building value, compared with every US county exposed to that hazard. Loss rates, unlike FEMA's risk ratings, do not rise just because a county has more property.
How does Burleson compare with similar-size cities?
Burleson is one of 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track and ranks #218 of them on overall score. The table sets it beside the 8 cities in other states closest to its population of 52,918.
| City | Rank | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime | Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burleson, TXPop. 52,918 | #461 | 58.7 | $93,928 | $1,685/mo | 155 | 30.9 min |
| Minnetonka, MNPop. 53,064 | #32 | 71.8 | $119,517 | $1,779/mo | 101 | 19.3 min |
| Elyria, OHPop. 53,035 | #894 | 51.9 | $54,945 | $906/mo | 186 | 22.6 min |
| Lincoln, CAPop. 52,956 | #593 | 56.8 | $111,990 | $2,090/mo | part year | 29.8 min |
| Wheaton, MDPop. 52,926 | #258 | 63.0 | $111,478 | $2,163/mo | no data | 31.6 min |
| Grand Island, NEPop. 52,884 | #773 | 53.8 | $63,795 | $947/mo | 386 | 16.9 min |
| Wake Forest, NCPop. 52,844 | #77 | 69.2 | $123,802 | $1,596/mo | 85 | 30.9 min |
| Kendale Lakes, FLPop. 52,622 | #1137 | 47.1 | $71,621 | $1,968/mo | no data | 32.8 min |
| Catalina Foothills, AZPop. 52,593 | #263 | 62.9 | $115,304 | $1,412/mo | no data | 22 min |
Rank is overall rank of 1,312. Income is median household income; rent is Census median rent; violent crime is per 100,000 residents as reported to the FBI ("no data" and "incomplete" are explained on each city's page).
How does Burleson compare with the rest of Texas?
Burleson ranks #24 of the 74 Texas cities we track, with a score of 58.7 against Texas's statewide 45.8. Its households earn 29% above the Texas median. Violent crime is 61% below the statewide rate. Homes are 13% above the typical Texas home.
| City | Rank in TX | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flower Mound, TXPop. 78,389 | #1 | 67.4 | $161,235 | $2,231/mo | 42 |
| Frisco, TXPop. 219,304 | #2 | 66.6 | $150,212 | $2,014/mo | 98 |
| Cedar Park, TXPop. 78,301 | #3 | 66.3 | $129,545 | $1,846/mo | 91 |
| McKinney, TXPop. 210,600 | #4 | 65.3 | $124,215 | $1,901/mo | 115 |
| Leander, TXPop. 74,067 | #5 | 65.2 | $139,048 | $1,939/mo | part year |
| Round Rock, TXPop. 127,786 | #6 | 64.9 | $99,287 | $1,763/mo | 125 |
| The Woodlands, TXPop. 121,002 | #7 | 63.6 | $140,701 | $1,822/mo | no data |
| Georgetown, TXPop. 85,999 | #8 | 63.4 | $95,062 | $1,795/mo | 149 |
| Mansfield, TXPop. 77,510 | #9 | 63.4 | $121,126 | $1,954/mo | 106 |
| Allen, TXPop. 110,265 | #10 | 63.3 | $130,901 | $1,932/mo | 79 |
| Grapevine, TXPop. 51,139 | … #20 | 60.6 | $111,376 | $1,863/mo | 165 |
| New Braunfels, TXPop. 104,643 | #21 | 60.0 | $86,021 | $1,654/mo | 223 |
| Pearland, TXPop. 127,514 | #22 | 59.5 | $118,842 | $1,860/mo | 82 |
| Rowlett, TXPop. 65,463 | #23 | 59.4 | $112,081 | $1,990/mo | 157 |
| Burleson, TXPop. 52,918 | #24 | 58.7 | $93,928 | $1,685/mo | 155 |
| Austin, TXPop. 979,539 | #25 | 58.1 | $93,658 | $1,729/mo | 422 |
| North Richland Hills, TXPop. 70,780 | #26 | 57.4 | $97,305 | $1,704/mo | 151 |
| Irving, TXPop. 256,492 | #27 | 57.3 | $81,830 | $1,619/mo | 268 |
| Denton, TXPop. 152,866 | #28 | 57.3 | $76,019 | $1,420/mo | 205 |
The top 10 of the 74 and the cities ranked either side of Burleson among the Texas cities we track, by overall score. Texas statewide: median income $73,035, violent crime 401 per 100,000.
How is Burleson's score calculated?
Burleson scores 58.7 out of 100, #461 of 1,312 (grade B, which follows rank). It is scored on the 10 of 11 categories with local data; outdoor access is left out rather than filled with Texas's statewide figure, and the other weights are scaled up to fill the gap. Each score is compared with the median of similar-size cities, which are scored the same way.
- EconomyCity data · 16% of score
Median household income and unemployment in Burleson. Similar-size median 55.5.
63.3 - SafetyCity data · 13% of score
Violent and property crime per 100,000 residents, as reported to the FBI by Burleson's police agency. Similar-size median 77.6.
91.6 - HealthCity data · 13% of score
Adult obesity, diabetes and frequent mental distress in Burleson. Similar-size median 58.9.
59.1 - EducationCity data, some inputs missing · 13% of score
Graduation rate, students per teacher and spending per pupil in Burleson's public schools. One input is missing, so the score uses the others. Similar-size median 55.2.
38.7 - AffordabilityCity data · 11% of score
Burleson's home values and rents and its metro area's price level. Similar-size median 59.3.
62.6 - Household financesCity data · 9% of score
Median household income and poverty rate in Burleson. Similar-size median 56.1.
68.0 - GrowthCity data · 7% of score
Population growth and unemployment in Burleson. Similar-size median 42.4.
49.6 - TransportationCity data · 7% of score
Commute time, long commutes, driving alone, transit, walking, cycling and working from home in Burleson. Similar-size median 50.0.
34.1 - WalkabilityCity data · 7% of score
The EPA's walkability index across Burleson's neighborhoods. Similar-size median 53.2.
36.3 - EnvironmentCounty data · 4% of score
Air quality and natural hazard losses in the county. Similar-size median 50.8.
70.8 - Outdoor accessNot scored
No city-level park or public land measure exists, so outdoor access is not scored for cities.
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Bar: Burleson's category score out of 100. Tick: median of the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track. Shares of score are the category weights rescaled over the categories Burleson has data for. City scores use city formulas and are not on the same scale as state scores. Grades follow rank among the 1,312 cities. Methodology
Frequently asked questions about living in Burleson
Is Burleson, TX a good place to live?
Burleson ranks #461 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #218 of 524 smaller cities and #24 of 74 in Texas. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low poverty (7.1%, #115 of 524) and low unemployment (3.6%, #112 of 476), and trails on long commutes (30.9 min, #438 of 524).
What is the cost of living in Burleson?
Burleson's cost of living index is 103.1, 3% above the US level of 100 and #842 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,685/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $337,266, 13% above the typical Texas home ($299,367).
What is the crime rate in Burleson?
Burleson recorded 155 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 58% below the US rate of 373 and 61% below Texas's 401. That ranks #248 of 1,083 cities with data (1 = safest) and #111 of 442 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Burleson Police Department. Property crime runs 743 per 100,000 (US 2,083).
What is the median household income in Burleson?
The median household in Burleson earns $93,928, 22% above the US figure of $76,827 and 29% above Texas ($73,035). Unemployment is 3.6% (US 4.2%). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 0.7% in the latest year (US +0.8%).
How much is rent in Burleson?
Median rent in Burleson is $1,685/mo (Census), #863 of 1,309 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Zillow's typical asking rent for a unit on the market now is $1,731/mo, against $1,948/mo nationally. Median rent takes 21.5% of the median household's income.
How much does a house cost in Burleson?
Zillow's typical home value in Burleson is $337,266, down 0.9% in a year, against $299,367 for Texas and $368,697 nationally. The Census median value of owner-occupied homes is $308,200.
How are the public schools in Burleson?
There is no city graduation rate for Burleson; its public schools have 15.4 students per teacher and spend $10,268 per pupil.
How long is the commute in Burleson?
The average commute is 30.9 minutes, #1160 of 1,312 cities (1 = shortest), against 23.7 minutes across Texas. 9% of workers spend an hour or more getting to work.
What is the weather like in Burleson?
Burleson averages 64.7°F over the year, 82.2°F in summer and 46.9°F in winter, with 36.5 inches of precipitation. Figures are NOAA climate normals.
Is Burleson walkable?
Burleson scores 7.9 out of 20 on the EPA's National Walkability Index (below average walkable), #1084 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). The index weighs street intersection density, distance to transit and the mix of homes and jobs in each neighborhood.
What natural disasters is Burleson at risk for?
Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Johnson County's biggest natural hazard losses in tornado, wildfire, and hail, with expected yearly losses of 0.12% of building value, lower than 76% of US counties.
How is the air quality in Burleson?
Johnson County's air had a median air quality index of 37, and 86% of measured days were rated good; 1 day was unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from ozone.
Who lives in Burleson?
Burleson has 52,918 residents. The median resident of Burleson is 35.2 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 34% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #646 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 72.1% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
How does Burleson compare with the rest of Texas?
Burleson ranks #24 of the 74 Texas cities we track, with a score of 58.7 against Texas's statewide 45.8. Its households earn 29% above the Texas median. Violent crime is 61% below the statewide rate. Homes are 13% above the typical Texas home.
What cities are similar in size to Burleson?
The tracked cities in other states closest to Burleson's population of 52,918 are Minnetonka, MN (#32 overall), Elyria, OH (#894 overall), Lincoln, CA (#593 overall), Wheaton, MD (#258 overall), and Grand Island, NE (#773 overall). Burleson is #461.