Burlington
A community guide to Burlington in Iowa, the United States.
- Population
- 23,982 residents
- Region
- Iowa
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 40.8075, -91.1129
Economy and services
The economy of Burlington reflects a mixed regional economy, with employment distributed across the sectors typical for similarly-sized communities in Iowa. Local services include the everyday provisions residents and visitors expect — retail, food, and personal services — supported by the wider municipal infrastructure of Iowa and the United States. Businesses based in Burlington draw from the regional labour pool and supply both local needs and the broader market beyond the immediate area.
Overview
Burlington is a populated place in Iowa, the United States. The community supports 23,982 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Iowa. Its position within the broader regional network gives Burlington a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Geography and location
Burlington sits at approximate coordinates 40.8075 latitude and -91.1129 longitude within Iowa. The terrain and natural features around Burlington reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Iowa road network providing the principal routes in and out.