Burlington West Virginia Map

About Burlington, West Virginia

Burlington is a locality in Mineral County, West Virginia, United States. It is a small community with a population of 94. The population density is 34.3 people per km². Burlington is located at 39.3376°N, 78.9181°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 26710.

Burlington rests within a broad valley, its shoulders brushed by the rolling foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, a landscape shaped by ancient geological forces and the persistent flow of the Potomac River. It lies 25.5 miles south-east of Garrett, MD (from Garrett, MD: bearing 129°T), and is situated 7.7 miles south-south-east of Keyser. The land here is a patchwork of emerald fields and darker woodlands, the latter clinging to the slopes in dense, verdant swathes. In the late afternoon, the sun slants through the trees, casting long, cool shadows that stretch across the open spaces, and the air often carries the damp, earthy scent of damp soil and decaying leaves, a constant reminder of the valley's fecundity. The character of Burlington is one of quiet persistence, a place where the seasons dictate a gentle, predictable rhythm. The history of Burlington is intertwined with the agricultural bounty of the Potomac Valley, an economy built on the fertile land and the accessible waterway that once served as a vital artery for trade. Early settlers, drawn by the promise of rich soil, established farms that continue to dot the surrounding countryside, their weathered barns standing as silent witnesses to generations of labor. The presence of the river, though no longer the primary engine of commerce, still shapes the local identity, its banks offering a quiet solace and a place for contemplation. Burlington’s modest scale suggests a deliberate avoidance of the frenetic pace found elsewhere, fostering a sense of close-knit community where the passing of time is measured less by clocks and more by the changing light on the distant ridges.

About This Burlington Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Burlington, West Virginia — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 39.337599, -78.91808. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Burlington and Mineral County.

Detailed location data for Burlington includes the ZIP code (26710), telephone area code (304), county seat of Mineral County (Keyser), and school district assignment (Mineral County School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Burlington is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.