Median Income
$50,179
33% lower than US avg
Home Value
$100,700
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$763
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
45.9%
43% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.7%
19% higher than US avg
How Butler Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,632
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density1,297/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Economy
B+
Median Income$50,179
Per Capita$24,127
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty14.7%
County GDP$2,187M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$100,700
Rent$763
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$195,288
Health
Obesity45.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain35.1 in/yr
Elevation871 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+7.7%
High School+82.5%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute20 min
Libraries7
Is Butler a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Butler receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Butler offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Butler is $50,179, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. 14.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Butler is $100,700, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $763 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Butler experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Butler has a population of 2,632 with a density of 1,297 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.2%).
Population
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.8% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.2% |
| 84% below US avg |
The median household income in Butler is $50,179, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $50,179 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,127 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $987 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,758 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.7% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 924 |
| County GDP | $2,187M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 71 |
| Healthcare | 67 |
| Retail | 124 |
| Manufacturing | 99 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,132 |
| 18% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.10% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.0 min |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |
The median home value in Butler is $100,700, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $763 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $195,288.
Home Values
| Census Median | $100,700 |
| 64% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $195,288 |
| Median List Price | $239,500 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $239,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $144 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.4% |
| Price Drops | 42.9% |
| Inventory | 7 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $763 |
| 34% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,132 |
| 18% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.10% |
In Butler, 45.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.8% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Butler vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 45.9% |
| 43% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.1% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 9.0% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.3% |
| Depression | 28.8% |
| Mental Distress | 20.9% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.1% |
| Premature Death | 8,265/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 56.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 67 |
Crime Rates: Butler vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
Safety Score
Butler has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.2°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 35.1 inches |
| 8% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 871 ft (265 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,297/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.4271°N, 84.8723°W |
| County FIPS | 39171 |