Burns Harbor, IN is a small town located in the northwestern part of Indiana. With a population of 2,374 and a population density of 298 people per square mile, Burns Harbor is a tight-knit community with plenty to offer its residents. Local businesses include the Lighthouse Restaurant & Ice Cream Parlor, which serves delicious homemade meals and treats; the Apple Barn Thrift Store, offering unique items; and The Gallery at St. James Church, which showcases local artisans’ work. Year-round outdoor activities include fishing on Lake Michigan and taking part in the annual Summerfest celebration. Other organizations in Burns Harbor include the local Lions Club and the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. Local sporting events include golf tournaments at Sandy Pines Golf Course as well as high school sporting matches throughout the year.
The population in Burns Harbor is 2,374. There are 368 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Burns Harbor is 36.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Burns Harbor is 3.0, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Burns Harbor
- 59.8% are married
- 15.4% are divorced
- 40.5% are married with children
- 24.9% have children, but are single
Race in Burns Harbor
- 85.5% are White
- 2.5% are Black
- 0.7% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 9.7% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.6% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander