A Fort Worth commute without a Fort Worth price tag.
Median sale price $340,650 in May 2026, against a Texas median of $335,000. About 56,907 people live here, 15 miles from downtown Fort Worth and 23 from the Joint Reserve Base.
The Numbers
Burleson, by the figures that matter to a buyer.
Every number here comes from a dated public source. Nothing is rounded up.
56,907
Residents as of July 2025, per the U.S. Census Bureau
19.5%
Population growth since the April 2020 census
72.1%
Homeownership rate, well above the national average
$93,928
Median household income
2,820
Veterans living in Burleson
$340,650
Median sale price. Zillow, median sale price for Burleson, May 2026.
25 days
Median days to pending. Zillow, median days to pending for Burleson, June 2026.
12,621
Students in Burleson ISD across 20 campuses
Population, growth, veteran, homeownership, and income figures from the U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts for Burleson city, Texas. School figures from the Texas Education Agency via the Texas Tribune schools database.
Getting Around
What is close, and how close.
I-35W and TX-174 do most of the work. Burleson sits in both Johnson and Tarrant counties.
| From Burleson | Distance | Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Crowley | 4 miles | 8 minutes |
| Fort Worth | 15 miles | 22 minutes |
| Alvarado | 12 miles | 17 minutes |
| Mansfield | 15 miles | 25 minutes |
| NAS Fort Worth JRB | 23 miles | 30 minutes |
Where To Look
Eight Burleson areas, and Mike's own guide to each.
Burleson has well over a hundred named subdivisions. These eight come up most often, and he has written a full guide to every one of them.
Old Town Burleson
The walkable historic core. Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza, the Old Town Art Walk, and the Ellison Street Project. Buyers who want to walk to dinner start here.
Read the Old Town Burleson guideOak Valley Ranch
A master-planned community with real amenities, which is why it turns up on most relocation lists.
Read the Oak Valley Ranch guideVillages of Oak Creek
Newer construction and consistent streetscapes. Popular with first-time buyers and PCS families.
Read the Villages of Oak Creek guideIndian Creek
Spacious custom homes on acreage-style lots. Semi-rural, but still close to Burleson schools and shopping.
Read the Indian Creek guideShannon Springs
Quiet streets and well-kept homes with an active neighborhood feel. Draws military families consistently.
Read the Shannon Springs guideMorningside Park
Established, well maintained, and the best value per square foot of the group in most months.
Read the Morningside Park guideBailey Ridge
Tree-lined streets close to Bailey Lake Park and the schools. Appeals at every stage of life.
Read the Bailey Ridge guideSchools
Your address may not be zoned to Burleson ISD.
Burleson ISD serves most of the city with about 12,621 students across 20 campuses. The district holds a B accountability rating from the Texas Education Agency for the 2024-2025 cycle.
Here is the part that surprises buyers. Parts of Burleson are zoned to Joshua ISD, Everman ISD, or Mansfield ISD, not Burleson ISD. Two houses on the same road can feed different districts.
If school zoning is driving your decision, say that on the first call. It changes which streets are even worth touring.
Before You Move Here
Questions people ask before they move here.
Is Burleson a good place to live?
Yes, and the growth figure says it louder than an agent can. Burleson added 19.5% more residents since the 2020 census, reaching about 56,907. It sits 15 miles south of downtown Fort Worth, homeownership runs 72.1%, and Burleson ISD holds a B rating from the Texas Education Agency.
What school district serves Burleson?
Burleson ISD serves most of the city, with about 12,621 students across 20 campuses and a TEA accountability rating of B. Parts of Burleson also fall inside Joshua ISD, Everman ISD, and Mansfield ISD, so confirm the zoning for a specific address before you fall in love with it.
How far is Burleson from downtown Fort Worth?
About 15 miles straight up I-35W, which is roughly a 22-minute drive outside of rush hour. That commute is the main reason Burleson keeps absorbing people who work in Fort Worth.
Are there a lot of veterans in Burleson?
Yes. The Census Bureau counts about 2,820 veterans living in Burleson, and NAS Fort Worth Joint Reserve Base is 23 miles away. It is a genuinely military-friendly town, not just a marketing line.
What is the housing market doing in Burleson right now?
Zillow measured a $340,650 median sale price in May 2026, with its Home Value Index down 1.3% year over year and median days to pending at 25. That is a friendlier environment for buyers than 2022 and a demanding one for sellers who overprice.
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