Butterfield, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $52,045

31% lower than US avg

Home Value $86,800

69% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 6.3%

81% lower than US avg

Median Rent $856

26% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.3%

22% higher than US avg

Unemployment 5.4%

50% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 19.8%

60% higher than US avg

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

People

Population536

Median Age29.4 yrs

Density1,165/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 62%

Veterans2.1%

Economy

C+

Median Income$52,045

Per Capita$22,535

Unemployment5.4%

Poverty19.8%

Commute21 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$86,800

Rent$856

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units175

Rent Burden23.8%

Health

Obesity39.3%

Uninsured17.5%

Smoking21.4%

Depression25.1%

Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain43.9 in/yr

Sunny Days256/yr

Elevation1,535 ft (468 m)

Education

Bachelor's+6.3%

High School+67.7%

Graduate+8.4%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute21 min

Broadband85.4%

Is Butterfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Butterfield receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Butterfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Butterfield is $52,045, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 19.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Butterfield is $86,800, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $856 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Butterfield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Butterfield has a population of 536 with a density of 1,165 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 29.4 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.4% female and 49.6% male. The city is predominantly White (61.8%), with 1.3% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 57.3% of residents, while 42.7% speak Spanish. 2.1% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 9.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 75.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

536

Total Population

1,165

People / sq mi

29.4yrs

Median Age

24% below US avg

0.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%

Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Butterfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	57.3%
	27% below US avg
Spanish	42.7%
	219% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Butterfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Butterfield is $52,045, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,535 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Butterfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$52,045
	31% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$22,535

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.4%
	50% above US avg
Poverty Rate	19.8%
	60% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	21.3 min
Drive Alone	75.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Butterfield is $86,800, 69% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $856 (26% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 175 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1981. 23.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$86,800
	69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$856
	26% below US avg
Rent Burden	23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$732
1 Bedroom	$775
2 Bedrooms	$970
3 Bedrooms	$1,265
4 Bedrooms	$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	79.9%
Renter-Occupied	20.1%
Housing Units	175
Median Year Built	1981

Property Tax

In Butterfield, 39.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.9% of residents, above the national average. 34.5% have high blood pressure. 21.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.6% report binge drinking. 38.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 25.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.3% experience frequent mental distress. 17.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.3%
	22% above US avg
Diabetes	12.9%
Heart Disease	6.9%
High Blood Pressure	34.5%
Asthma	10.9%
COPD	9.2%
Cancer	6.7%
Stroke	3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.4%
	53% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.6%
Physical Inactivity	38.4%
Depression	25.1%
Mental Distress	20.3%
Physical Distress	17.2%
Short Sleep	38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	75.5%
Uninsured	17.5%
	103% above US avg
Checkup Rate	74.3%
Dental Visits	48.8%

Food & Exercise

Butterfield enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 inches. The area receives 1.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 1,535 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	55.7°F
	3% above US avg
January Average	32°F (-0°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	256 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	43.9 inches
	16% above US avg
Snowfall	1.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,535 ft (468 m)
Area	0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density	1,165/sq mi
Coordinates	36.7501°N, 93.9077°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	32°F (-0°C)	1.9 in	Coldest, Driest
February	37°F (3°C)	2.3 in
March	46°F (8°C)	4.0 in
April	55°F (13°C)	4.3 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.8 in	Wettest
June	72°F (22°C)	4.8 in
July	77°F (25°C)	3.1 in	Warmest
August	76°F (25°C)	3.7 in
September	69°F (21°C)	4.6 in
October	58°F (14°C)	3.7 in
November	46°F (8°C)	3.7 in
December	37°F (3°C)	3.1 in

Butterfield has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F — from 32°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.8") and January the driest (1.9").

6.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 81% below the national average of 33.7%. 67.7% have completed high school. 8.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 85.4% of households have broadband internet access. 75.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	6.3%
	81% below US avg
High School+	67.7%
Graduate Degree+	8.4%
School Test Score	5.51

D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,165/sq mi
Total Area	0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	85.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	21.3 min
Drive Alone	75.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Butterfield

What is the population of Butterfield?

Butterfield has a population of 536 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,165 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.4% female and 49.6% male.

Is Butterfield expensive to live in?

Butterfield is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $52,045, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $86,800 (69% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $856 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Butterfield?

Butterfield enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.9 inches, with 1.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Butterfield?

The unemployment rate in Butterfield is 5.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 8.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Butterfield?

The median home value in Butterfield is $86,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $856. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Butterfield?

Schools in Butterfield score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 6.3% of adults in Butterfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.7% have completed high school. 8.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Butterfield?

The obesity rate in Butterfield is 39.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 21.4% of adults are smokers. 38.4% are physically inactive. 25.1% of residents report depression. 17.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Butterfield?

The average commute in Butterfield is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 75.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Butterfield?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Butterfield is 61.8% White, 1.3% Hispanic or Latino. 57.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 42.7% speak Spanish. 2.1% of the population are military veterans. 9.8% of residents have a disability. 75.5% have health insurance coverage.

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