Burlington, NC vs Harrison, NY
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Burlington
68.8
#1278 nationally
Harrison leads in crime level (4.5 vs 26.1). Harrison leads in median household income ($151,038 vs $52,963). Burlington leads in cost of living index (92 vs 200).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Burlington, NC | Harrison, NY |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 60,032 | 30,780 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $257,731 | $0 |
| Median Household Income | $52,963 | $151,038 |
| Average Commute | 23.6 min | 30.4 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 36 |
| Crime Level | 26.1 | 4.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 92 | 200 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+8.2 | D+26.3 |
D+
68.8 Score
Burlington, NC
North Carolina community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$257,731
Population
60,032
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
33
Southeast
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Score
Harrison, NY
Small New York city with local appeal
Population
30,780
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
36
Median Income
$151,038
Northeast
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