Median Income
$49,583
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment
8.5%
136% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.5%
1% higher than US avg
How Butte Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population62
Median Age47.7 yrs
Density248/mi²
Male / Female65% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans52.0%
Economy
C+
Median Income$49,583
Per Capita$27,795
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$68M
Commute53 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp41°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation1,744 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+70.0%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute53 min
Broadband29.0%
Is Butte a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Butte receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. Butte offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Butte is $49,583, 34% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.5%, unemployment is notably high. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 53 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Butte has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Butte has a population of 62 with a density of 248 people per square mile. The median age is 47.7 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.9%).
Population
47.7yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Butte is $49,583, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 53 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $49,583 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,795 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $701 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,463 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 8.5% |
| 136% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.5% |
| 1% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 52 |
| County GDP | $68M |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 53.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 85.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 14.3% |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Butte, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Butte vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.1% |
| 28% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.8% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.2% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 15.8% |
| Physical Distress | 11.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.1% |
| Premature Death | 15,039/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 37.6% |
Crime Rates: Butte vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Butte has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
10°F Jan (-12°C)
69°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 41.0°F |
| 24% below US avg |
| January Average | 10°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,744 ft (532 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 248/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.8370°N, 100.6658°W |
| County FIPS | 38083 |