Burlington, NC — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Guilford County · North Carolina
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Burlington based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
58,599
2023 ACS
Median Income
$54,941
2023
Median Home Value
$188,700
2023
Median Rent
$1,030
2023
Median Age
39.6
Unemployment
5.8%
Cost of Living Index
94.3
100 = national avg
Burlington is a city in Guilford County, North Carolina, with a population of 58,599 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Burlington is one of the communities in North Carolina.
The median household income in Burlington is $54,941, and the median home value is $188,700. The cost of living index is 94.3 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,030 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.8%, and the median age is 39.6 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
58,599
Male
27,858
47.5%
Female
30,741
52.5%
Median Age
39.6
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
19.6%
High School or Higher
37.3%
Foreign Born
12.4%
Veterans
5.2%
Married
34.2%
Avg Household Size
2.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.618
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
48.8%
Foreign Born
12.4%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
18.5%
10,864 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
81.5%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
54,951
English Only
80.6%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
8,994 speakers
Limited English
9.0%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
91.0%
Limited English Proficiency
9.0%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
3,052
5.2% of population
Disability Rate
23.1%
706 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$42,688
Unemployment Rate
7.2%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
2,808
92.0%
Female Veterans
244
8.0%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$42,688
Non-Veteran Income
$34,086
Difference
$8,602
25.2% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
706
Without Disability
2,346
Disability Rate
23.1%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
23,489
#1 Ancestry
English
8.5% (5,004)
#2 Ancestry
German
7.2% (4,190)
#3 Ancestry
American
5.8% (3,419)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
24,713
Family Households
14,594
59.1%
Married Couples
8,712
35.3%
Non-Family Households
10,119
40.9%
Single Mother Households
4,654
18.8%
Single Father Households
1,228
5.0%
Living Alone
8,926
36.1%
Children Under 18
Total Children
13,352
In Married Couple
6,690
50.1%
With Single Mother
4,767
35.7%
With Single Father
1,895
14.2%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$69,823
Married Couple Income
$92,598
Single Mother Income
$36,656
Single Father Income
$51,290
Avg Family Size
2.3
Avg Non-Family Size
2.1
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,176
Grandparents Responsible
202
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$54,941
-25% vs national
Per Capita Income
$31,875
-14% vs national
Poverty Rate
18.0%
+32% vs national
Gini Index
0.4529
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.8%
+12% vs national
SNAP Recipients
17.2%
of households
How Burlington Compares
Burlington vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Burlington is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Burlington, NC has a median household income of $54,941, making it the 18,946th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Burlington has a higher median household income than 33% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Burlington, NC has a per capita income of $31,875, making it the 15,268th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Burlington has a higher per capita income than 46% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Burlington, NC has a poverty rate of 18.0%, making it the 8,593rd highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Burlington has a higher poverty rate than 73% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Burlington, NC has a unemployment rate of 5.8%, making it the 9,538th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Burlington has a higher unemployment rate than 69% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Burlington. The median household income here is $54,941.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.8%
+1% vs NC avg
Labor Force
28,815
Employed
27,128
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
19.6%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
37.3%
of adults 25+
Median Age
39.6
Work from Home
8.2%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Burlington, NC metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$94.0K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
94.3
100 = national avg
-5.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,483
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$98,050
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,213
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,330
per month
The median household income in Burlington, NC is $54,941, which is 25.0% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $31,875. The poverty rate of 18.0% is higher than the NC state average of 16.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4529, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.8%, compared to the state average of 5.8%. The labor force is 28,815. 19.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 79.4% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 94.3, which is 5.7% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 103.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,483 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$295,000
Median List Price
$273,400
Price Per Sq Ft
$172
Days on Market
38
Active Inventory
177
Months of Supply
3.8
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$249,937
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,375
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
10.6%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
22.4%
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.3%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
47
New Listings
56
Pending Sales
49
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$172
Median List $/SF
$175
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Burlington, NC? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Burlington, NC metro area, home prices have risen 112.4% over the past 20 years. The 10-year growth rate is 112.1%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 64.1%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 8.5%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Burlington, NC housing market rather than Burlington alone.
Metro area: Burlington, NC
Burlington vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Burlington is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Burlington, NC has a median home value of $188,700, making it the 13,129th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Burlington has a higher median home value than 53% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Burlington, NC has a median rent of $1,030, making it the 9,499th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Burlington has a higher median rent than 57% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Burlington, NC has a price per square foot of $172, making it the 10,434th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Burlington has a higher price per square foot than 50% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Burlington, NC has a rent burden of 22.5%, making it the 5,690th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Burlington has a higher rent burden than 74% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$188,700
Median Rent
$1,030
Total Housing Units
27,169
Vacancy Rate
9.0%
Owner Occupied
54.9%
Renter Occupied
45.1%
Median Property Tax
$1,472
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$862
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,472
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.78%
of home value
Median Home Value
$188,700
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,941
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,472) by the median home value ($188,700). In Burlington, NC, this works out to an effective rate of 0.78%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Burlington, NC is $295,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 38 days on the market. 10.6% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.8 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $172. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,375/month. About 54.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1977. There are 27,169 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,472. The effective tax rate is 0.78%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
9.56
per 1,000 residents
+268% vs national
Property Crime Rate
30.85
per 1,000 residents
+79% vs national
Total Crimes
2,461
2024
Violent Clearance
52%
cases solved
Property Clearance
19%
cases solved
YoY Change
+15.4%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Burlington Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Burlington vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Burlington is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Burlington police solve 63% of rape cases but only 16% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 4 | 0.07 | 50.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 48 | 0.79 | 62.5% |
| Robbery | Violent | 70 | 1.15 | 28.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 458 | 7.52 | 54.6% |
| Burglary | Property | 315 | 5.17 | 26.7% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 1,345 | 22.08 | 18.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 219 | 3.60 | 16.0% |
Burlington, NC reported 582 violent crimes and 1,879 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 9.56 per 1,000 residents is 267.5% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 52% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 1,345 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 39.1% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 582 | 1,879 | 9.56 | 30.85 |
| 2023 | 498 | 2,228 | 8.28 | 37.04 |
| 2022 | 505 | 2,276 | 8.41 | 37.89 |
| 2021 | 497 | 2,657 | 8.86 | 47.39 |
| 2020 | 570 | 2,466 | 10.36 | 44.83 |
| 2019 | 461 | 2,490 | 8.52 | 46.02 |
| 2018 | 443 | 1,877 | 8.30 | 35.16 |
| 2017 | 525 | 2,016 | 9.91 | 38.05 |
| 2016 | 392 | 1,833 | 7.43 | 34.74 |
| 2015 | 372 | 1,884 | 7.15 | 36.23 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
93.4
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
93.3
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
42.8
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
56.4
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
27
Public Assistance
$92.9M
Individual Assistance
$1.2M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
12 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Jan 2026 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Oct 2022 | — | — |
| Hurricane Isaias → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $80.3M | $1.1M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Sep 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | $1.7M | $8K |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | — | — |
| Tornado and Severe Storms → | Severe Storm | May 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Mar 2014 | $5.6M | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | $149K | — |
| Hurricane Ivan → | Hurricane | Sep 2004 | — | $1K |
| Ice Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Mar 2003 | $2.1M | — |
| Severe Ice Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Dec 2002 | $2.6M | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Storm | Jan 2000 | $341K | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Major Disaster Declarati… → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | $22K | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Emergency Declarations → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | — | — |
| Hurricane Fran → | Hurricane | Sep 1996 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 29 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
680
Total Claims Paid
$9,376,915
Avg Claim Payout
$13,790
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
5
Federal Funding
$598,794
Properties Protected
1
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.43
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 601.1: Generators | 2 | $213,686 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 1 | $81,549 |
| 401.1: Water and Sanitary Sewer System Protective Measures | 1 | $303,559 |
| 200.3: Acquisition of Public Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 1 | $0 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Burlington has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are ice storm, winter weather, lightning. The area has had 27 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (12 declarations). 680 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $92,895,456 in public assistance recovery funding. $1,191,706 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 5 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
40.8%
4.7pp above the national average
Depression Rate
23.5%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.1%
2.2pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
14.8%
4.2pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
35.6%
Arthritis
29.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
17.9%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
17.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.5%
Loneliness
33.9%
Lack of Support
23.9%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
35.8%
Mobility
17.3%
Cognitive
16.9%
Hearing
7.9%
Vision
7.5%
Self-Care
5.5%
Independent Living
10.3%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Burlington has an obesity rate of 40.8%, which is 4.7pp above the national average. The depression rate is 23.5%, near the national average. About 14.8% of adults lack health insurance. 80.6% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
4.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
16.7 mi
Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospita...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital, The | 16.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Unc Hospitals | 24.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Chatham Hospital Inc | 24.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Duke University Hospital | 27.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Durham Va Medical Center | 27.4 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 4/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
5
Pop. Served
64,003
Violations (5yr)
7
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| BURLINGTON, CITY OF | 61,365 | 4 |
| GREEN LEVEL, TOWN OF | 2,450 | 0 |
| ROBBEN MH COURT | 75 | 3 |
| RUSSETTE MEADOWS MHP | 65 | 0 |
| MEADOWLANE ESTATES MHP | 48 | 0 |
There are 5 water systems serving the area. 7 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
79.4%
+1% vs national
Public Transit
0.0%
-98% vs national
Work From Home
8.2%
-11% vs national
Carpool
10.8%
Walk
0.8%
How Burlington's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
2
2023
6-Year Avg
6
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
1
Nighttime
2
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 | 11 | 11 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| 2019 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2018 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Burlington, NC covers travel times and transportation modes. 79.4% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 8.2% work from home, which is below the NC state average of 9.4%. 10.8% of workers carpool. In 2023, there were 2 traffic fatalities from 2 fatal crashes. 1 was a pedestrian.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
87.4%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
72.5%
of households
No Internet
10.2%
of households
Total Households
24,713
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
94.3%
of households
Smartphone
88.9%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
72.7%
of households
Tablet
58.9%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.1¢
per kWh
-23% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.6¢
per kWh
-29% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.8¢
per kWh
-30% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$144
residential
-1% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
17% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in North Carolina averages 14.1¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $144. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Burlington vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (50,000 - 100,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
5
Population Served
64,003
Violations (5yr)
7
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BURLINGTON, CITY OF | Community | Surface water | 61,365 | 4 |
| GREEN LEVEL, TOWN OF | Community | Purchased surface water | 2,450 | 0 |
| ROBBEN MH COURT | Community | Ground water | 75 | 3 |
| RUSSETTE MEADOWS MHP | Community | Ground water | 65 | 0 |
| MEADOWLANE ESTATES MHP | Community | Ground water | 48 | 0 |
87.4% of households in Burlington have broadband internet access. 72.5% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 12.3% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 10.2% of households have no internet access. 14.0% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 5 water systems, providing water to 64,003 people. A total of 7 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Burlington is located in Guilford County, NC. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Burlington.
Election Overview
Source: Guilford County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
171,118
60.2%
GOP Votes
109,077
38.4%
Total Votes
284,114
Margin
D+21.8%
Shift from 2020
R+1.3pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 171,118 | 109,077 | 284,114 | 60.2% | 38.4% | D+21.8 |
| 2020 | 173,086 | 107,294 | 284,486 | 60.8% | 37.7% | D+23.1 |
| 2016 | 147,949 | 97,461 | 252,087 | 58.7% | 38.7% | D+20.0 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Guilford County recorded 284,114 total votes. Democrats won the county with 60.2% of the vote compared to 38.4% for Republicans, a margin of D+21.8%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+1.3pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Guilford County has shifted 1.8 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
321
Total Assets
$508.3M
Total Income
$214.6M
Per 10K Residents
54.8
nonprofits
-20.8% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
36
Median Assets
$464K
Oldest Active
1941
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $431.1M of $508.3M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Largest Nonprofits in Burlington
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFBurlington, NC has 321 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $508.3M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 60 organizations. 36 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 54.8 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1941.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
248
Total Approved
$134.2M
Jobs Supported
2,562
Per 10K Residents
42.3
SBA loans
-30.4% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
64
Top Lender
Truist Bank
33 loans
Top Industry
Retail Trade
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
224
Total Amount
$111.2M
Avg Loan
$496,226
Median Loan
$156,050
SBA Guaranteed
$82.5M(74%)
Jobs Supported
2,155
Loans
24
Total Amount
$23.1M
Avg Loan
$960,542
Median Loan
$662,500
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
45
18% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$46.2M
34% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$1,027,604
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Adams Towing & Recovery Llc | 1 | $4.9M |
| Shri Jalaram Inc | 3 | $4.3M |
| 2444 Maple Inc | 1 | $4.2M |
| Cmg Ventures Ii Llc | 2 | $4.0M |
| Armen Stone Llc | 3 | $3.9M |
| Mebane Mulch Plus Inc. | 2 | $3.8M |
| Holiday Inn Express Burlington | 1 | $3.3M |
| Pet-go-round of Greensboro Inc. | 1 | $3.3M |
| Dj Tickle Properties Llc | 1 | $3.2M |
| Ach Holdings Llc. | 2 | $3.1M |
Burlington, NC has received 248 SBA loans totaling $134.2M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 224 loans (90% of the total), supporting 2,155 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 24 loans totaling $23.1M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Retail Trade. The most active SBA lender in Burlington is Truist Bank with 33 loans. That works out to 42.3 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
9
Total Population
134,143
Avg Median Income
-$74,008,630
Avg Home Value
-$73,888,096
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27201 | 135 | $55,179 | $159,200 | N/A | 0.2 |
| 27202 | 125 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 27215 | 45,967 | $66,669 | $241,700 | $1,112 | 63.1 |
| 27217 | 40,561 | $50,770 | $164,900 | $859 | 123.2 |
| 27244 | 16,652 | $70,982 | $248,500 | $831 | 53.8 |
| 27249 | 13,081 | $81,250 | $220,100 | $840 | 59.8 |
| 27258 | 7,162 | $71,875 | $198,000 | $856 | 18.8 |
| 27342 | 72 | $113,750 | $182,100 | N/A | 0.2 |
| 27377 | 10,388 | $78,517 | $259,300 | $1,204 | 25.7 |
Burlington, NC has 9 ZIP codes with a combined population of 134,143. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$74,008,630. The average median home value is -$73,888,096. The average median monthly rent is -$222,221,588.
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