Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
64.7%
422% higher than US avg
How Butler Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population169
Median Age29.3 yrs
Density393/mi²
Male / Female81% / 20%
Largest GroupWhite 20%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty64.7%
County GDP$720M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation1,768 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+44.1%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 90% / D 9%
CommuteN/A
Libraries1
Is Butler a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Butler receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Butler has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 64.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 44.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Butler enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Butler has a population of 169 with a density of 393 people per square mile. The median age is 29.3 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (80.5%), with 19.5% White.
Population
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.4% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.6% |
| 51% below US avg |
The median household income in Butler is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 64.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,333 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,682 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 64.7% |
| 422% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 197 |
| County GDP | $720M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 9 |
| Healthcare | 10 |
| Retail | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,767 |
| 50% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,767 |
| 50% below US avg |
In Butler, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 31.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Butler vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.7% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.5% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 8.9% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.2% |
| Depression | 26.0% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.9% |
| Premature Death | 9,824/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 31.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 10 |
Crime Rates: Butler vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Butler has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
37°F Jan (3°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 59.8°F |
| 11% above US avg |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,768 ft (539 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 393/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.6364°N, 99.1864°W |
| County FIPS | 40043 |