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Butler, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Butler is a small city in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 13,473. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
13,473 Population 6,981/sq mi density
108 ft Elevation 33 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
18.6 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$26,533 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$26,533 median income, 6.9% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$191,600 home value, $958/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population13,473
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density6,981/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,533
Per Capita$26,533
Unemployment6.9%

Housing

C+
Home Value$191,600
Rent$958
Ownership64.8%
Housing Units5,389

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain18.6 in/yr
Sunny Days349/yr
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Population13,473
Population Density6,981 / sq mi
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates-31.6430°, 115.7043°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation18.6 inches (472 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$26,533
Median Age32.0 years

About Butler

Butler is a small city in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 13,473. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet (33 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Butler has a population of 13,473 with a density of 6,981 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

13,473
Total Population
6,981
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below Australia avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Butler vs Australia Average

The median household income in Butler is $26,533, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,533 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $510, 64% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,280 business establishments.

Income: Butler vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,533
65% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$26,533
Avg Weekly Wage$510

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.9%
92% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)1,280

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Butler is $191,600, 32% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $958 (18% below the national average of $1,163). 64.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 5,389 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$191,600
32% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$958
18% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership64.8%
Owner-Occupied64.8%
Renter-Occupied35.2%
Housing Units5,389

Property Tax

Climate in Butler

Butler has an average annual temperature of 18.4°C (65°F). The hottest month is Feb (25.3°C), the coldest is Jul (12°C). Average annual precipitation is 655 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.8°C / 77°F 16.3° / 33.2° 20.9
Feb 25.3°C / 78°F 17.4° / 33.2° 23.8
Mar 23.2°C / 74°F 15.5° / 30.9° 17.1
Apr 19.2°C / 67°F 11.8° / 26.7° 29.8
May 15.8°C / 60°F 8.8° / 22.8° 70.0
Jun 13.4°C / 56°F 7.3° / 19.6° 108.9
Jul 12°C / 54°F 6° / 18.1° 125.9
Aug 12.8°C / 55°F 6.6° / 19.1° 117.3
Sep 14.2°C / 58°F 7.7° / 20.7° 81.1
Oct 17°C / 63°F 9.5° / 24.6° 32.7
Nov 20.2°C / 68°F 12.1° / 28.4° 16.1
Dec 22.4°C / 72°F 14.1° / 30.8° 11.4
Butler enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 349 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 18.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average66.4°F
23% above Australia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days349 days/yr

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density6,981/sq mi
Coordinates-31.6430°N, 115.7043°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.6"
51% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.87"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M3.0 on Jun 2, 2005.

Jan 17, 1990 30 km E of Northam, Australia M5.2 122 km
Dec 20, 1996 61 km N of Toodyay, Australia M4.5 110 km
Mar 24, 2003 36 km NE of York, Australia M4.0 131 km
Jan 20, 1993 45 km E of Northam, Australia M3.9 138 km
Mar 15, 1999 35 km NE of York, Australia M3.7 129 km
Jan 5, 1998 41 km ENE of Northam, Australia M3.6 133 km
Apr 23, 1992 68 km NNE of Toodyay, Australia M3.3 126 km
Jun 2, 2005 52 km ENE of Northam, Australia M3.0 143 km
May 6, 2005 5 km NW of Bullsbrook, Australia M2.8 25 km
Jul 18, 2003 42 km N of Toodyay, Australia M2.8 96 km
Mar 15, 2005 46 km NE of Boddington, Australia M2.7 146 km
May 12, 2005 31 km ENE of Beverley, Australia M2.6 146 km
Apr 15, 2005 10 km SSW of York, Australia M2.5 102 km
Aug 11, 2003 25 km ENE of Beverley, Australia M2.5 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Seroja (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Seroja Category 1 250 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.5 in
February 76°F (25°C) 0.7 in Warmest
March 74°F (23°C) 0.7 in
April 67°F (20°C) 1.5 in
May 62°F (16°C) 3.8 in
June 57°F (14°C) 5.5 in
July 57°F (14°C) 5.9 in Wettest
August 56°F (13°C) 4.5 in Coldest
September 58°F (15°C) 2.9 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in
November 67°F (19°C) 0.9 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in Driest

Butler has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 56°F in August to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 28.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.9") and December the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Butler

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Brighton Catholic Primary School
East Butler Primary School
Butler College
Butler Primary School
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Radio Stations near Butler

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Curtin Radio - A lifetime of music adult contemporary, music AAC+ 64 kbps
ABC Triple J (WA) contemporary, indi AAC+ 56 kbps
Triple M Perth rock AAC 130 kbps
ABC Perth variety AAC 94 kbps
ABC Radio Perth AAC+ 56 kbps
SonshineFM christian AAC+ 128 kbps
Capital Community Radio 101.7FM golden music, golden oldies MP3 192 kbps
96fm AAC+ 48 kbps
Noongar Radio aboriginal, australia AAC+ 32 kbps
SonshineFM Extra christian AAC+ 128 kbps
MyFM Perth punk, ska MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Butler

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Motor Museum of Western Australia
Revolutions
Tractor Musem

Libraries in Butler

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Altone Park Public Library0.0
Ballajura Libary0.0
Clarkson Library0.0
Duncraig Library0.0
Duncraig SHS Library0.0
Elizabeth Myles Library0.0
Girrawheen Library0.0
Joondalup Library0.0
Karrinyup Public Library0.0
Mirrabooka Library0.0
Mirrabooka Library0.0
Wanneroo Library and Cultural Centre0.0
Whitford's Library0.0
Woodvale public library0.0

Farmers Markets in Butler

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Malaga Markets

Clinics in Butler

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Butler Boulevard Medical Centre
Butler Family Practice

Train Stations in Butler

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Butler

Gas Stations in Butler

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7 Eleven
Ampol

Shopping Malls in Butler

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Butler Central

Stadiums & Teams in Butler

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Butler

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Perth International AirportPERLarge Airport
Perth Jandakot AirportJADMedium Airport
RAAF Base PearceMedium Airport
Beermullah AirstripSmall Airport
Bindoon Hill AirstripSmall Airport
Chittering AirstripSmall Airport
Glentromie AirstripSmall Airport
Greenside AirstripSmall Airport
HMAS Stirling Military AirportSmall Airport
Langley Park AirstripSmall Airport
RAAF GinginSmall Airport
Rottnest Island AirportRTSSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Perth

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Butler

What is the population of Butler?

Butler has a population of 13,473 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 6,981 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Butler expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,533, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $191,600 (32% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $958 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Butler?

Butler enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 349 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.6 inches.

How is the job market in Butler?

The unemployment rate in Butler is 6.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $510. There are 1,280 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Butler?

The median home value in Butler is $191,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $958. The homeownership rate is 64.8%.

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