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Burlington, CO

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Population
3,164
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
4,166 ft
Median Home Value
$208,100
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,154/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$74,308
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in ColoradoPopulation rankingHighest population places in ColoradoNearest larger communityGarden City, Kansas120 miles away · 27,402 residents.

About Burlington

Burlington is a home rule city and the county seat of Kit Carson County, Colorado, situated on the High Plains near the Kansas border. Established in 1887 and home to the historic Kit Carson County Carousel, the agricultural and trading hub of approximately 3,152 is served by the Burlington Public School District locally.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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