Burke, Virginia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Burke, Virginia is 43,336 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 25th-largest city in Virginia. The median household income is $179,063, the median home value is $696,800, and the median age is 40.3.
43,336
Population
5034
People / sq mi
$179,063
Median Income
$696,800
Median Home Value
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Burke covers 8.6 sq mi of land at 5034 people per square mile.
About Burke, VA
What sets Burke apart is money: median household income runs $179,063, above the US median of $78,538. With 43,336 residents, Burke is a city in Virginia. It ranks #25 among cities in Virginia by population.
Income is a real outlier — the median household pulls in $179,063, putting Burke near the top of US cities. Poverty is among the lowest of comparable US cities, at 1.9% — below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $696,800, with typical rent around $2,715.
The population is unusually well-credentialed for US cities — 68.3% of adults have a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is widespread — 26.2% of workers stay home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.
Taken together, the income and housing figures place Burke firmly in the higher-cost, higher-earning tier of US cities — a profile that tends to track dense job markets and competitive housing.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 58.9% |
| Black or African American | 6.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$179,063
Median Household Income
$63,528
Per Capita Income
1.9%
Poverty Rate
4.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$696,800
Median Home Value
$2,715
Median Rent
89.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.7%
High School+
68.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
3.2%
Drive Alone
61.3%
Public Transit
26.2%
Work From Home
30.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
40.7%
Foreign Born
65.0%
Non-English at Home
11.2%
Veterans
6.8%
With Disability
95.1%
Health Insurance
99.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 23.2% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.3% |
| Public Administration | 14.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 7.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.2% |
| Information | 6.3% |
| Construction | 4.6% |
| Retail Trade | 3.3% |
| Manufacturing | 2.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Burke, Virginia has a population of 43,336 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 25th-largest city in Virginia.
The median household income in Burke, Virginia is $179,063, with 1.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Burke, Virginia is $696,800, with median monthly rent at $2,715 and a homeownership rate of 89.6%.
The median age in Burke, Virginia is 40.3 years. The population is 50.9% male and 49.1% female.
Burke Cdp, VA Climate
Burke Cdp, VA has an average annual temperature of 13.1°C (56°F) and receives about 1027 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
13.1°C
Avg Temp
1027
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 1° / 34° | 76 mm |
| February | 3° / 37° | 69 mm |
| March | 7° / 45° | 86 mm |
| April | 13° / 55° | 79 mm |
| May | 18° / 64° | 100 mm |
| June | 22° / 72° | 90 mm |
| July | 25° / 77° | 92 mm |
| August | 24° / 75° | 95 mm |
| September | 20° / 68° | 92 mm |
| October | 14° / 57° | 83 mm |
| November | 8° / 47° | 85 mm |
| December | 3° / 38° | 80 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Burke Cdp, VA
The most comfortable months to visit Burke Cdp, VA are typically September, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near -4°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.