Median Income
$65,833
12% lower than US avg
Home Value
$126,000
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
32.5%
4% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$798
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.4%
56% lower than US avg
How Buhler Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,311
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density1,748/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Economy
A
Median Income$65,833
Per Capita$30,715
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$2,636M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$126,000
Rent$798
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$191,130
Health
Obesity41.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain28.3 in/yr
Elevation1,485 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+32.5%
High School+93.4%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute27 min
Libraries6
Is Buhler a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Buhler receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Buhler stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Buhler is $65,833, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Buhler is $126,000, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $798 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
32.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Buhler enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Buhler has a population of 1,311 with a density of 1,748 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.9%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 2.1% Black.
Population
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.5% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.5% |
| 74% below US avg |
The median household income in Buhler is $65,833, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $65,833 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,715 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,135 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,497 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.4% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 974 |
| County GDP | $2,636M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 75 |
| Healthcare | 93 |
| Retail | 109 |
| Manufacturing | 55 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,206 |
| 20% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.34% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.6 min |
| Work from Home | 11.3% |
The median home value in Buhler is $126,000, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $798 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $191,130.
Home Values
| Census Median | $126,000 |
| 55% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $191,130 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $798 |
| 31% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,206 |
| 20% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.34% |
In Buhler, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Buhler vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.9% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.5% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.9% |
| Depression | 23.9% |
| Mental Distress | 17.4% |
| Physical Distress | 11.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.1% |
| Premature Death | 6,868/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 67.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 93 |
Crime Rates: Buhler vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Buhler has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
32°F Jan (-0°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 56.1°F |
| 4% above US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 28.3 inches |
| 26% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,485 ft (453 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,748/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.1384°N, 97.7706°W |
| County FIPS | 20113 |