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of living 7.4% lower than the national average. New starts increased by 70% from 2019 and the average
home value rose from $228,000 in 2020 to $269,000 in the year 2021 (ZHVI, 2021).

To support the growing population, the community has access to six hospitals that are within a thirty‐

minute drive, including a pediatric hospital and a trauma center. Burleson ISD is made up of ten
elementary and seven secondary schools who consistently bring in SAT and ACT scores that are higher

than the state and national averages. Two additional schools, Nicholas Middle School and North Joshua

Elementary School also fall within the Burleson city limits to serve citizens. For higher education
opportunities, forty colleges and universities are located within an hour drive.

Thanks to Burleson’s humble beginnings, strategic bisection by one of the most travelled interstates in

America, and close location to the DFW metroplex, citizens are afforded the advantages of an urban
lifestyle, while retaining the “small town” feel. The city’s leadership is focus‐driven to enhance citizen’s

quality of life and continue to move forward with a strategic plan that promotes operational excellence,
infrastructure improvements, community involvement and public safety.

The city has made significant

investments to support the re‐
development of the Old Town

District. Old town is home to unique
restaurants, boutiques, and an array

of entertainment options and as of
2020, many of the public events take

place in the Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza
set in the center of Old Town. With a

play area for young children, shaded
pavilion, dedicated space for theatrical arts and musical performances, it has become a popular

destination in the community. Plans are currently underway to further develop and expand the Old
Town district. This will double the current size by bringing over 50,000 square feet of additional retail,

office and restaurant space.

Named in honor of the first female Mayor, it will serve the residents of Burleson for many years to
come.

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