Home Value
$75,800
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$381
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment
6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
38.1%
208% higher than US avg
How Butte City Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population97
Median Age69.5 yrs
Density571/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans90.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,032
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty38.1%
County GDP$1,870M
Commute32 min
Housing
Home Value$75,800
Rent$381
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden13.1%
Health
Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease7.6%
Climate
Avg Temp44°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain8.8 in/yr
Elevation5,314 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+61.1%
School Score5.53
Community
2024 VoteR 85% / D 12%
Commute32 min
Broadband62.0%
Libraries2
Is Butte City a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Butte City receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Butte City has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 38.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Butte City is $75,800, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $381 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 61.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Butte City has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.8 inches, including 23.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Butte City has a population of 97 with a density of 571 people per square mile. The median age is 69.5 years, 79% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.2%).
Population
69.5yrs
Median Age
79% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Butte City vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 84.7% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Spanish | 15.3% |
| 14% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Butte City vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Butte City is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 38.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income: Butte City vs U.S.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $24,032 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $2,218 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,126 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.7% |
| 86% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 38.1% |
| 208% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 146 |
| County GDP | $1,870M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 7 |
| Healthcare | 8 |
| Retail | 10 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,960 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.59% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 63.4% |
| Public Transit | 7.3% |
| Work from Home | 7.3% |
The median home value in Butte City is $75,800, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $381 (67% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $75,800 |
| 73% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $381 |
| 67% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 13.1% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,020 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,094 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,304 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,814 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,188 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,960 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.59% |
In Butte City, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Butte City vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.6% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.5% |
| Heart Disease | 7.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.2% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.2% |
| Depression | 26.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 16.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 75.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.5% |
| Premature Death | 12,579/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 42.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8 |
Crime Rates: Butte City vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Butte City has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
19°F Jan (-7°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 43.7°F |
| 19% below US avg |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 8.8 inches |
| 77% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 23.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 84.9% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,314 ft (1,620 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 571/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.6070°N, 113.2407°W |
| County FIPS | 16023 |