Alabama
Butler is a small town in Alabama with a population of 2,552. Residents earn $47,880 per year, which is 36% below the national average.
Based on current data, Butler receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Butler offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Butler is $47,880, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. The poverty rate of 16.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Butler is $142,600, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $805 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 601 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,914 per 100,000, near the national average.
21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. School test scores average 3.7/10, below typical benchmarks.
Butler enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 97.5% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.5% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $47,880 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,949 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $808 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,858 |
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.0% |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 249 |
| County GDP | $408M |
| Restaurants | 19 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 38 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,406 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.69% |
| Commute Time | 28.0 min |
| Work from Home | 2.6% |
| Census Median | $142,600 |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $127,835 |
| Census Median Rent | $805 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Studio | $622 |
| 1 Bedroom | $638 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $837 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,004 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,139 |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,406 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.69% |
| Obesity | 44.4% |
| 38% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.8% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 43.8% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 9.2% |
| Stroke | 4.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.9% |
| Depression | 26.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 16.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.4% |
| Premature Death | 14,176/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 6.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
| Total Violent | 601.4/100K |
| 58% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 109.4/100K |
| Robbery | 54.7/100K |
| Assault | 437.4/100K |
| Total Property | 1,913.6/100K |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 874.8/100K |
| Theft | 874.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 164.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 65.0°F |
| 20% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 61.5 inches |
| 62% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 151 ft (46 m) |
| Area | 6.8 sq mi (17.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 378/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.0965°N, 88.2108°W |
| County FIPS | 28023 |
Winner: Republican by 35.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 21.9% |
| 35% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.3% |
| School Test Score | 3.74 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 378/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.8 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
| Restaurants | 19 |
| Retail Stores | 38 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Avg Commute | 28.0 min |
| Work from Home | 2.6% |