Butlertown, MD

Maryland

Butlertown is a small town in Maryland with a population of 522. Residents earn $70,875 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
522 Population 637/sq mi density
$70,875 Median Income $35,472 per capita
$215,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$70,875 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$215,400 home value
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,875
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $215,400
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.5%
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.8%
116% higher than US avg

How Butlertown Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population522
Median Age46.8 yrs
Density637/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 39%

Economy

B
Median Income$70,875
Per Capita$35,472
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty26.8%
County GDP$1,248M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$215,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.0 in/yr
Elevation94 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.5%
High School+88.0%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%
Commute34 min
Libraries3

Is Butlertown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Butlertown receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Butlertown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Butlertown is $70,875, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. The poverty rate of 26.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Butlertown is $215,400, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Butlertown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches, including 16.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Butlertown has a population of 522 with a density of 637 people per square mile. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (60.7%), with 39.3% White.

Population

522
Total Population
637
People / sq mi
46.8yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Butlertown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Butlertown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Butlertown is $70,875, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Butlertown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,875
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,472
Avg Weekly Wage$1,017
IRS Avg AGI$83,043

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.8%
116% above US avg
Establishments (County)750
County GDP$1,248M

Business (County)

Restaurants60
Healthcare67
Retail79
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,689
63% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.4 min
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Butlertown is $215,400, 24% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$215,400
24% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,312
1 Bedroom$1,400
2 Bedrooms$1,648
3 Bedrooms$2,123
4 Bedrooms$2,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,689
63% above US avg
Effective Rate2.64%
In Butlertown, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Butlertown vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.4%
29% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure40.5%
Asthma11.9%
COPD5.8%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate79.6%
Premature Death8,863/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access43.2%
Healthcare Facilities67

Crime Rates: Butlertown vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Butlertown has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.0 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall16.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation94 ft (29 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density637/sq mi
Coordinates39.2822°N, 76.0992°W
County FIPS24029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.2%
D 47.4%

Winner: Republican by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.5%
39% below US avg
High School+88.0%
School Test Score5.85
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density637/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants60
Retail Stores79

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.4 min
Work from Home2.6%

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