Cost of Living in Burlington, PA

With a cost of living index of 75, Burlington, PA is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 25% cheaper than the national average and 8% below the Pennsylvania state average of 83. Burlington is a small community of 151 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Burlington's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $913 (31% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $171,900 (44% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Burlington is $43,250, which is 42% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 25% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Burlington. The area sees an average annual temperature of 48°F, with summers averaging 68°F and winters around 28°F. Annual rainfall totals 32.4 inches spread over roughly 153 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.