| | Burlington, NC | Forest City, NC | United States |
| Overall | 83.7 | 81.5 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 95.0 | 93.9 | 100 |
| Health | 100.2 | 124.1 | 100 |
| Housing | 53.1 | 48.5 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $195,600 | $171,400 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 9,990.0% | 9,880.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 72.1 | 75.2 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 95.8 | 80.6 | 100 |
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We live on the edge of Burlington. We are retired. It is 1.5 hours from the Mountains and 2 hrs from the beach. The neighbors are very friendly. There are things to do More
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