Burgin, Kentucky
Quick Statistics
Burgin is a community in Mercer County, Kentucky, home to about 993 people spread across 1.3 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $37,031 a year, and a typical home is worth about $193,000. About 24.7% of adults hold a college degree, and 93.6% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 3 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Kentucky towns GeoStat tracks, Burgin ranks number 246 of 552 in population, number 139 in median household income, number 174 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Burgin typically top out near 86°F in July, while January nights average about 27°F. The area sees roughly 15 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Harrodsburg, KY | 4.9 mi. | 9,313 |
| 2. | High Bridge, KY | 6.0 mi. | 109 |
| 3. | Danville, KY | 8.2 mi. | 17,327 |
| 4. | Wilmore, KY | 9.8 mi. | 6,057 |
| 5. | Junction City, KY | 12.0 mi. | 2,643 |
| 6. | Perryville, KY | 12.8 mi. | 970 |
| 7. | Salvisa, KY | 12.9 mi. | 236 |
| 8. | Lancaster, KY | 13.8 mi. | 4,013 |
What is the population of Burgin, Kentucky?
Burgin has a population of about 993 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Burgin, Kentucky in?
Burgin is located in Mercer County, Kentucky.
What is the median home value in Burgin, Kentucky?
The median home value in Burgin is about $193,000, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Burgin, Kentucky?
The median personal income in Burgin is about $37,031 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Burgin, Kentucky?
Since 1950, 14 tornadoes have been recorded in Mercer County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Burgin, Kentucky?
Typical July highs run about 86 degrees and January lows about 27 degrees, with around 15 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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