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Butte Meadows, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Butte Meadows is a small town in California with a population of 22.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
22 Population 10/sq mi density
46°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 31.8%
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.6%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population22
Median Age63.4 yrs
Density10/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans22.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$52,359
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$12,901M
Commute52 min

Health

Obesity27.6%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking12.8%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain50.1 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation4,386 ft (1,337 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%
Commute52 min
Broadband14.0%
Libraries7

Is Butte Meadows a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Butte Meadows receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Butte Meadows offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

31.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Butte Meadows experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Butte Meadows has a population of 22 with a density of 10 people per square mile. The median age is 63.4 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

22
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
63.4yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.6%
Female 36.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Butte Meadows vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Butte Meadows vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Butte Meadows is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes.

Income: Butte Meadows vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$52,359
Avg Weekly Wage$1,106
IRS Avg AGI$73,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,029
County GDP$12,901M

Business (County)

Restaurants457
Healthcare632
Retail676
Manufacturing166

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,175
48% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time52.0 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Butte Meadows, 27.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 12.8% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 18.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Butte Meadows vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.6%
14% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.0%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity18.3%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep32.7%

Healthcare Access

Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Checkup Rate69.6%
Dental Visits66.2%
Premature Death9,316/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access82.2%
Healthcare Facilities632
Butte Meadows has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.1 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average46.2°F
14% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.1 inches
32% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,386 ft (1,337 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates40.0853°N, 121.5427°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06007
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 31.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.1-point margin. 14.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.9%
D 46.8%

Winner: Republican by 3.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.8%
6% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.69
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density10/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access14.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities632
Restaurants457
Retail Stores676

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute52.0 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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