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Burlington, New Jersey

Introduction to Burlington, New Jersey

Burlington, New Jersey, in Burlington county, is 2 miles SE of Bensalem, Pennsylvania (center to center) and 17 miles NE of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The city has a population of 9,736.

Burlington History

The city of Burlington was first incorporated on October 24th, 1693. On May 7th, 1733, it was reincorporated by Royal Charter. Post American Independence, the city was incorporated again on December 21st, 1784, by the State of New Jersey. The territory was extended and reincorporated on March 14th, 1851. Burlington is home to St. Mary’s Church, which is not only the oldest church in Burlington, but also in all of New Jersey. In 1795, the Endeavor Fire Company was organized. The community is also home to the Burlington Coat Factory, which was founded in 1924.

Burlington and Nearby Attractions

  • New Egypt Historical Society Museum
  • Princeton Battlefield State Park
  • Black River & Western Railroad
  • Sesame Place
  • Elmwood Park Zoo
  • New Jersey State Aquarium

Things To Do In Burlington

Museums such as the American Swedish Historical Museum, the National Museum of American Jewish History, the Franklin Institute Science Museum, and PAWS Farm Nature Center are not far from Burlington. Other attractions nearby include the Adventure Aquarium, the Staten Island Zoo, the Elmwood Park Zoo, the Camden Children's Garden, and the Philadelphia Zoo. The Burlington Quilt and Antique Festival is celebrated during August.

Burlington Transportation

Air transportation is available at Philadelphia International Airport.

Burlington Higher Education

Colleges nearby include Thomas Edison State College, Rider University, and Burlington County College.

High Points

Burlington strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New Jersey):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. State)		Top 7%Burlington Affordability of Property Taxes
Affordability of Rents
(vs. State)		Top 10%Burlington Affordability of Rents
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)		Top 13%Burlington Short Commute Times
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)		Top 14%Burlington Public Transportation Use
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)		Top 16%Burlington Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Burlington, NJ

Comparing Burlington to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Jersey (State):

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


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Racial Diversity98
Senior Citizens89
Well-Paid Single Women84
Female Share of the Population79
Age of the Population75
Well-Paid Single Men73
Children Under 5 Years Old55
Male Share of the Population42

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size53
Portion of People Married22

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Above Poverty63
People in Middle Class or Better62
Median Family Income52
College Educated Adults21

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use96
Walking and Biking to Work88
Short Commute Times59
Working at Home22

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals98
People Living Alone79
Affordability of Rents410
Affordability of Property Taxes310
Housing Recently Built22
Seasonal and Vacation Housing12

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