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Burlington, IA

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Population
23,336
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
604 ft
Median Home Value
$114,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$924/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$59,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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Burlington in context.

OverallBest places in IowaPopulation ranking#24 highest population in IowaNearest larger communityRock Island, Illinois54 miles away · 36,225 residents.

About Burlington

Burlington is a historic city and the county seat of Des Moines County, Iowa, situated along the Mississippi River. Renowned for its unique Victorian architecture and Snake Alley, famously designated as the crookedest street on earth, the community of approximately 23,700 serves as a regional healthcare hub centered around Great River Medical Center. Public education for the city's children is provided by the Burlington Community School District.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow Home PricesA+98.5rating

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