Burlison, Tennessee facts for kids
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Burlison, Tennessee
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Location of Burlison in Tipton County, Tennessee.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Tipton |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.05 sq mi (2.72 km2) |
| • Land | 1.05 sq mi (2.72 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 410 ft (125 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 367 |
| • Density | 349.52/sq mi (134.92/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
38015
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| Area code(s) | 901 |
| FIPS code | 47-09860 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1279062 |
Burlison is a small town located in Tipton County, Tennessee, in the United States. In 2010, about 425 people lived there. By 2020, the population was 367.
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Geography
Where is Burlison?
Burlison is in Tipton County, Tennessee. It's found along a road called State Route 59. This road connects it to nearby towns like Gilt Edge and Covington.
How Big is Burlison?
The town covers an area of about 2.72 square kilometers (1.05 square miles). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the town limits.
People of Burlison
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Burlison has changed over the years. Here's a quick look:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 397 | — | |
| 1980 | 386 | −2.8% | |
| 1990 | 394 | 2.1% | |
| 2000 | 453 | 15.0% | |
| 2010 | 425 | −6.2% | |
| 2020 | 367 | −13.6% | |
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In 2000, a special count of people called a census showed there were 453 people living in Burlison. These people lived in 180 different homes.
Who Lives in Burlison?
Most people in Burlison are White. A small number are African American or Native American. Some families have children under 18 living with them. Many homes are made up of married couples. About one-fourth of homes are single people or groups of friends living together.
Age Groups
The people in Burlison are of all ages.
- About 24% of the population is under 18 years old.
- About 11% are young adults, aged 18 to 24.
- The largest group, about 28%, is between 25 and 44 years old.
- Around 23% are between 45 and 64 years old.
- About 14% are 65 years or older.
The average age in Burlison in 2000 was 38 years old.
Money Matters
In 2000, the average income for a household in Burlison was about $38,056 per year. For families, it was a bit higher, around $42,813. A small number of families and people lived below the poverty line, which means they had a lower income.
Life in Burlison
Burlison has a few important places for its residents.
- Post Office: Where people send and receive mail.
- Cotton Gin: A place where cotton is processed after it's picked from the fields.
- Community Center: This building can be rented for events. It costs $125.00 to use.
- Town Park: Located behind the community center, the park has a basketball court, a playground, and picnic tables for everyone to enjoy.
You won't find any traffic lights in Burlison, just flashing lights and stop signs. The town is led by its mayor, Jim Kenny. The Town Council holds meetings on the second Tuesday of each month at the Burlison Community Center. These meetings are open to everyone in the public.
See also
In Spanish: Burlison para niños
