Burlington, Iowa
Burlington: city in Des Moines County, Iowa, United States
About
Burlington is a city located in the county of Des Moines in the U.S. state of Iowa. Its population at the 2010 census was 25,663 and a population density of 651 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 24,516 inhabitants.
The city was created 193 years ago in 1832.
Quick Facts about Burlington
| Population | 24,516 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Iowa (United States) |
| County | Des Moines County |
| Postal code | 52601 |
| Phone Area Codes | 319 |
| Area | 39.42 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.8075,-91.1129 |
| Altitude | 607 feet / 185 meters |
| Capital city | Burlington is capital of Des Moines County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1833 (193 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 23:00:04 (17th April 2026) |
| Density | 622 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -4.68% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 83℉ Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Burlington is located at 40°48'27"N 91°6'47"W (40.8075400, -91.1129200).
Burlington map
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Weather
Showers and thunderstorms likely between 1pm and 4pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly sunny. High near 83, with temperatures falling to...
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Burlington decreased by 4.68% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 25,663 | - | census |
| 2011 | 25,439 | -0.88% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 25,541 | 0.4% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 25,593 | 0.2% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 25,467 | -0.49% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 25,308 | -0.63% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 25,120 | -0.75% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 24,942 | -0.71% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 24,839 | -0.41% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 24,713 | -0.51% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 24,516 | -0.8% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Burlington
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People born in Burlington (69)
People born in Burlington, including businessman and engineer Robert Noyce, organic chemist Wallace Carothers, Union Army general Thomas M. Bowen, .
More notable people
- Kay A. Orr (American politician) she was born in 02/01/1939
- Max O. Lorenz (American economist) he was born in 16/09/1876
- Bart Howard (American composer and musician) he was born in 01/06/1915
- John H. Mickey (American politician (1845-1910)) he was born in 30/09/1845
- Kurt Warner (American football quarterback) he was born in 22/06/1971
- Aldo Leopold (American writer and scientist) he was born in 01/01/1887
- William Frawley (actor (1887-1966)) he was born in 26/02/1887
- Mason Remey (American Hand of the Cause) he was born in 15/05/1874
- M. D. Donsker (American mathematician) he was born in 17/10/1924
- Robert Watts (American artist in Fluxus (1923-1988)) he was born in 14/06/1923
- Thomas Hedge (American politician) he was born in 24/06/1844
- Jack Kent (illustrator) he was born in 10/03/1920
- Arabella Mansfield (Lawyer, suffragist) she was born in 23/05/1846
- A. Starker Leopold (American writer and scientist) he was born in 22/10/1913
- Arthur J. Hartman (American pilot and early aircraft builder) he was born in 14/07/1888
- Cletus Madsen (Catholic priest of the Diocese of Davenport who was a leader of the Liturgical Movement in the United States.) he was born in 01/12/1905
- Everett Lindsay (All-American college football player, professional football player, offensive lineman) he was born in 18/09/1970
- Garfield Weede (American football player and coach (1880-1971)) he was born in 26/11/1880
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Burlington, IA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 154378 | Southeastern Community College | West Burlington (IA) | 52655-0180 |
Nearby Transit Stations (11)
Rail and bus stations connected to Burlington, IA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRL | Burlington | 300 South Main Street | RAIL |
| FMD | Fort Madison station | 1601 20th Street | RAIL |
| MTP | Mount Pleasant | 418 North Adams Street | RAIL |
| MAC | Macomb | 120 East Calhoun Street | RAIL |
| GBB | Galesburg station | 225 South Seminary Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Burlington.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Burlington Post Office | Burlington (IA) | 52601 |
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Other cities in Des Moines County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Des Moines County , IA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| West Burlington | 2,875 | City in Iowa |
| Mediapolis | 1,514 | City in Des Moines County, Iowa, United States |
| Danville | 896 | City in Des Moines County, Iowa, United States |
| Middletown | 335 | City in Des Moines County, Iowa, United States |
| Patterson | 163 | City in Madison County, Iowa, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Burlington distances to largest Iowa cities