Burke is a census-designated place and an unincorporated community in Fairfax County, Virginia.

Burke is made up of mostly residential properties with some businesses scattered throughout the area. The community offers the conveniences of a small city, such as restaurants, libraries and entertainment, as well as many untouched areas that provide a haven for all types of critters and recreational activities.

Housing Cost

Estimated median house or condo value in 2007: $543,576

Mean prices in 2007: All housing units: $511,831; Detached houses: $596,094; Townhouses or other attached units: $407,862; In 2-unit structures: $336,152; In 3-to-4-unit structures: $443,239; In 5-or-more-unit structures: $346,812; Mobile homes: $17,500

Demographics

Population in July 2007: 59,817. Burke covers 11.5 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 255 feet above sea level. Zip codes: 22009, 22015 - Area code commonly used in this area: 703

Weather

Burke, VA climate is warm during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 70's and very cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 30's.

The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 89.10 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 23.90 degrees Fahrenheit.

Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 23 degrees Fahrenheit, and moderate during winter with an average difference of 21 degrees Fahrenheit.

The annual average precipitation at Burke is 45.12 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is May with an average rainfall of 4.60 Inches.

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