Burlington, Massachusetts Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Burlington, Massachusetts is 26,223 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 62nd-largest city in Massachusetts. The median household income is $142,207, the median home value is $679,400, and the median age is 44.9.
26,223
Population
2232
People / sq mi
$142,207
Median Income
$679,400
Median Home Value
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Burlington covers 11.8 sq mi of land at 2232 people per square mile.
About Burlington, MA
Among US cities, Burlington stands out first on household income: a median of $142,207, above the US median of $78,538. Burlington is a city in Massachusetts with a population of 26,223.
Earnings sit at the high end: a median household income of $142,207, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US cities at 2.7%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $679,400, with typical rent around $2,597.
College attainment is above the local norm at 58.2%, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 20.2%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
Taken together, the income and housing figures place Burlington 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 | 76.5% |
| Black or African American | 2.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$142,207
Median Household Income
$66,433
Per Capita Income
2.7%
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$679,400
Median Home Value
$2,597
Median Rent
74.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
96.5%
High School+
58.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
3.0%
Drive Alone
68.7%
Public Transit
20.2%
Work From Home
28.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
13.4%
Foreign Born
80.5%
Non-English at Home
3.7%
Veterans
9.3%
With Disability
97.1%
Health Insurance
96.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 23.2% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.7% |
| Manufacturing | 11.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.7% |
| Information | 6.4% |
| Public Administration | 4.1% |
| Construction | 3.9% |
| Retail Trade | 3.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 3.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Burlington, Massachusetts has a population of 26,223 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 62nd-largest city in Massachusetts.
The median household income in Burlington, Massachusetts is $142,207, with 2.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Burlington, Massachusetts is $679,400, with median monthly rent at $2,597 and a homeownership rate of 74.6%.
The median age in Burlington, Massachusetts is 44.9 years. The population is 48.2% male and 51.8% female.
Burlington Cdp, MA Climate
Burlington Cdp, MA has an average annual temperature of 9.4°C (49°F) and receives about 1143 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
9.4°C
Avg Temp
1143
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -4° / 25° | 103 mm |
| February | -3° / 27° | 85 mm |
| March | 2° / 36° | 100 mm |
| April | 8° / 46° | 98 mm |
| May | 14° / 57° | 91 mm |
| June | 19° / 66° | 89 mm |
| July | 22° / 72° | 87 mm |
| August | 22° / 71° | 88 mm |
| September | 17° / 62° | 93 mm |
| October | 11° / 51° | 101 mm |
| November | 6° / 42° | 107 mm |
| December | 0° / 31° | 101 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 Burlington Cdp, MA
The most comfortable months to visit Burlington Cdp, MA are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 28°C high). The coldest is January (near -9°C low). November is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.