Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Burlington

Affordability in Burlington, IA

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median monthly rent in Burlington is $924 and the median household income is $59,000. About 29% of households rent, meaning affordable rental options here serve a meaningful share of the community.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Burlington Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 427 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Burlington

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Burlington scores a 40 (Car-Dependent) for walkability, 16 (Minimal Transit) for transit, and 35 for bikeability. Most errands and commutes will require a car.

Schools

Burlington is served by 8 public schools across 1 district -- including 5 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high school -- according to NCES Common Core of Data. Ratings vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Cost of Living in Burlington, IA

The median household income in Burlington is $59,000 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median asking rent across all housing in the city is $924 per month, according to the same source.

For renters who qualify, the 8 HUD-assisted and income-based properties in Burlington offer rent tied to income limits rather than market rates, which can mean significant savings compared to that market median.

• Median household income: $59,000/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $924/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 29% of occupied housing units (Census ACS 5-Year)

Environment

All 8 affordable housing properties in Burlington have been mapped for flood risk, and none fall in a high-risk flood zone according to HUD-assisted property data. Flood exposure for income-based renters here appears low based on available figures.