Burke feels established in the best sense of the word. Tree-lined streets, mature landscaping, established neighborhoods, and abundant green space give the community a settled, residential character that stands apart from newer suburban developments.
Outdoor recreation is a major part of life here. Burke Lake Park is a local favorite, offering a lake, walking trails, boating, fishing, miniature golf, a miniature train, and family-friendly recreation. The surrounding area also has extensive trails, sports fields, playgrounds, and community parks.
Burke’s neighborhoods offer a broad range of housing, from traditional single-family homes to townhomes and condominiums. Many communities were developed with parks, trails, and neighborhood amenities in mind, making it easy to build an active routine close to home.
The community also benefits from its location. Fairfax, Springfield, Fairfax Station, and other Northern Virginia employment and shopping centers are nearby, while access to major commuter routes makes the broader region accessible. Burke is a strong fit for buyers who prioritize neighborhood feel, outdoor space, and a quieter pace without moving far from the action.
44,730 people live in Burke, where the median age is 39.7 and the average individual income is $62,770. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Burke, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Gmf, Burke Videos, and Hunan Boy.
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| Dining | 0.7 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.7 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.77 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.26 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.74 miles | 1 review | 3/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.26 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.7 miles | 30 reviews | 4.1/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.74 miles | 4 reviews | 2.3/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.97 miles | 4 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.99 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.99 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.26 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.09 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.1 miles | 14 reviews | 4.3/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.1 miles | 3 reviews | 3.7/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.22 miles | 40 reviews | 3.3/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.97 miles | 1 review | 2/5 stars | |
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Burke has 14,794 households, with an average household size of 3.01. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Burke do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 44,730 people call Burke home. The population density is 5,271 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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