Burlington’s temperatures are slightly cooler than the national average, with more wind and more snow in the winter months.
Economy
Though now suburban industrial, Burlington was once entirely agricultural, its growth stifled by limited transportation until the development of Route 128.
Geography
The town is at the junction of the Boston-Merrimac corridor, on the watersheds of the Ipswich, Shawsheen, and Mystic rivers.
Historical
Following the opening of Route 128, the town had a population growth higher than any other in the state--in one five-year period, Burlington’s population tripled.
Recreation
Simond’s wading pool and a variety of parks offer the staples of small-town recreation.
Location Details
Weather
Average January high/low temperature (?)
35.2 ° / 15.7 °
Average July high/low temperature (?)
82.5 ° / 60.4 °
Precipitation (?)
48.31 in. /yr.
Index score for various storm types (?)
103
Cost of Living
Median home price (?)
$ 391,000
Median household income (?)
$71178.0
Maximum state income tax (?)
5.3 %
State sales tax (?)
5 %
Recreational & Cultural Activities
Area of square miles of parkland/greenspace (?)
.115 mi.²
Number of public golf courses within the county (?)
24
Number of private golf courses within the county (?)
31
Number of sports teams within the county (?)
1
Number of movie theaters within the county (?)
29
Number of libraries within the county (?)
91
Number of museums within the county (?)
53
Number of college and universities that reside within the county (?)
15
Population & Demographics
Total population (?)
22,712
Population density (?)
1,893 people/mi.²
Population trends (Percentage growth/decline of the 55+ population) (?)
25.3% growth
Population over 55 (?)
6,372 people
Education (?)
38 % have a college degree
Health
Number of hospitals within the county (?)
61
Number of clinics within the county (?)
85
Number of elder care facilities within the county (?)
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