Named in honor of Dr. Rufus C. Burleson, president of Baylor University, the town dates to 1881 with the arrival of the Missouri Kansas and Texas railroad. An earlier community called Brushy Mound was bypassed by the railroad.

How old is Burleson Texas?

On May 21, 1912, Burleson was incorporated. The 1920 census showed the population of Burleson to be 241.

Is Burleson Texas a good place to live?

Overall, Burleson is both a lovely place to visit and a great place to live. Its a great town that has a great community. Great art and school programs with plenty of resources. I enjoy the City of Burleson because it gives off that small town vibes while being a suburb of Fort Worth.