Burke Centre, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 10/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Haven. The area has numerous high-quality hospitals and healthcare facilities within close proximity, offering excellent access to care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
17,447 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
66.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$159,932 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$615,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$931 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,218 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Fairfax County
1
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria Metro Area
3
Virginia
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Fairfax County
3
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria Metro Area
3
Virginia
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 7 34
Feb 3 5 37
Mar 4 2 45
Apr 3 0 55
May 4 0 64
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 69
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 3 1 47
Dec 3 2 38

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 55% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.

Liberal (56%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 27%
Hillary Clinton 66%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 11, VA State Senate District 33, VA State House District 15, VA
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Schools

Terra Centre Elem
<1 miles, S • 4.6 star
Fairfax Baptist Temple Academy
<1 miles, SW • 1 star
Bonnie Brae Elem
1 miles, N • 4.6 star
Burke School
1 miles, SE
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Colleges

George Mason University
3 miles, N • 3.7 star
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Hospitals

Inova Fairfax Hospital
6 miles, NE • 5 star
Inova Fair Oaks Hospital
8 miles, N • 5 star
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Airports

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