Where does this demographic data come from?

All demographic data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, which samples about 3.5 million households annually. The 5-year estimates provide the most reliable data for small geographies like municipalities.

What is the difference between Census data and ACS data?

The decennial Census (conducted every 10 years) is a full population count focusing on basic demographics. The ACS is an ongoing survey that collects detailed data on income, education, housing, commute patterns, and more. ACS data is updated annually but represents averages over a 5-year period.

How accurate is this data for small towns?

For smaller municipalities, ACS estimates have wider margins of error because fewer residents are sampled. The 5-year estimates reduce this uncertainty by averaging over a longer period. For towns under 5,000 people, treat specific numbers as approximations rather than precise counts.

Burnham, IL

CSAChicago-Naperville MSAChicago-Naperville-Elgin#252/341 Population

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

3,937population

36.2median age

This community is a community of 3,937 with a median age of 36.2. The population is predominantly Black (63.6%) with a significant Hispanic/Latino community (25.8%). Median household income is $57,790. 83.7% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 15.1% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 58%, with a median home value of $161,300.

Race & Ethnicityi

Black

63.6%2,504

Hispanic/Latino

25.8%1,014

White

9.4%370

Two or More

0.7%28

Other

0.3%12

Asian

0.2%9

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

5%138

High School Diploma

22.7%629

Some College (<1 yr)

7.9%220

Some College (1+ yr)

21.8%605

Associate's Degree

11.2%312

Bachelor's Degree

9.9%274

Master's Degree

4.4%122

Professional Degree

0.9%24

HS or Higher

83.7%

BA or Higher

15.1%

Graduate+

5.3%

Housingi

$161,300median home value

$1,208median rent

58%homeownership

1,607total units

9.8%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 58%

Renter 42%

Home Values

Under $50K

6.8%57

$50K–$100K

15%126

$100K–$150K

20.7%174

$150K–$200K

18.5%155

$200K–$300K

32.1%270

$300K–$500K

4.2%35

$500K–$1M

2.7%23

Rent Distribution

$750–$1,000

$1,000–$1,250

273

$1,250–$1,500

156

$1,500–$2,000

$2,000+

Year Built

2010–2019

4.3%69

2000–2009

1.9%31

1990–1999

13.4%216

1980–1989

14.6%235

1970–1979

15.7%252

1960–1969

15.7%252

1950–1959

13.5%217

1940–1949

13.9%223

1939 or earlier

7%112

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

90.8%1,315

Electricity

7.5%109

Other

1%14

No Fuel

0.5%7

Bottled/LP Gas

0.3%4

Household Economyi

$57,790median household income

$25,856per capita income

14.5%poverty rate

10.1%unemployment

1,855labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

7.6%110

$10K–$15K

4.2%61

$15K–$20K

2.3%34

$20K–$25K

3%43

$25K–$30K

2.7%39

$30K–$35K

11%159

$35K–$40K

1.5%22

$40K–$45K

6.2%90

$45K–$50K

4.8%69

$50K–$60K

10.1%147

$60K–$75K

7.9%115

$75K–$100K

12.1%175

$100K–$125K

17.1%248

$125K–$150K

4.6%67

$150K–$200K

3%43

$200K+

1.9%27

Federally Subsidized Housingi

HUD

The federal government helps low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities afford housing through several programs. Residents typically pay about 30% of their income toward rent, with the government covering the rest. This data shows how many households in this community receive that assistance.

Subsidized Homesi

Residentsi

153

Avg. Tenant Renti

$477/mo

Avg. Waitlisti

54 months

Programs in this community

Housing Choice Vouchers95 homes93% occupied$477/mo rent

Rental vouchers (Section 8) that help tenants pay for private-market housing

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $57,790/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $17K/yr

78%

Very low income$17K–$29K/yr

21%

Low income$29K–$46K/yr

Who Receives This Housing

86% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

100% of subsidized households are minority

30% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

32% of subsidized households include a senior (62+)

Ancestry & Heritage

Self-reported ancestry groups. Residents may report multiple ancestries, so totals may exceed 100%.

Foreign-Born Populationi

Foreign-Borni

2586.6%

By Region

Top Countries

Mexico

205

Philippines

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

1,586

Avg. Commutei

36.9 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

1,667

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

109(3.7% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

87.8%Insured

12.2%Uninsured