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Burgin, KY


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Burgin, Kentucky

Burgin, Kentucky, in Mercer county, is 23 miles SW of Lexington, Kentucky. The city has a population of 874.

The People and Families of Burgin

In Burgin, about 61% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Burgin had a median family income of $41,442.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 Presidential fund-raising sweepstakes, George W. Bush came out ahead among Burgin residents, with $2,000. Residents gave more to the Republican party than any of the others.

Burgin Housing

In Burgin, 77% of the houses and apartments are occupied by the owners, not rented out.

Commuting

In Burgin, 96% of commuters drive to work.

Of Note

Comparative Profile of Burgin, KY

Comparing Burgin to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Kentucky (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Senior Citizens88
Age of the Population77
Racial Diversity75
Male Share of the Population68
Well-Paid Single Men56
Female Share of the Population53
Children Under 5 Years Old43

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married78
Average Household Size46

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better67
Median Family Income67
People Above Poverty57
College Educated Adults33

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times77
Walking and Biking to Work67
Public Transportation Use54
Working at Home56

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes86
Affordability of Rents75
People Living Alone64
Housing Recently Built53
Seasonal and Vacation Housing33
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals23
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