How Does Burlington, NC Spend Tax Money?
Burlington, NC spends $16,628 per resident, with total expenditures of $947.0M. Top spending categories: Parks & Recreation ($1,410/person), Highways & Roads ($592/person), Education ($261/person). Fiscal Health Score: C (55/100).
Key Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Spending | $947.0M |
| Per Capita Spending | $16,628 |
| Total Revenue | $337.0M |
| Total Debt | $0 |
| Population | 56,951 |
| Fiscal Health Score | 55/100 (C) |
Top Spending Categories (Per Capita)
Parks & Recreation$1,410/person
Highways & Roads$592/person
Education$261/person
Fire Protection$177/person
Health$27/person
Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, Annual Survey of State & Local Government Finances. Last updated 2026-04-06.