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Central Butte, SK

Saskatchewan

Central Butte is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 416. Residents earn $64,000 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
416 Population 512/sq mi density
$64,000 Median Income $42,600 per capita
$90,000 Home Value
$800 Median Rent 12.5% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$64,000 median income, 15.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $800/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $64,000
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 15.0%
317% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.5%
49% higher than US avg

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

People

Population416
Median Age55.2 yrs
Density512/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

C
Median Income$64,000
Per Capita$42,600
Unemployment15.0%
Poverty18.5%
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$800
Ownership76.2%
Housing Units210
Rent Burden12.5%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (4°C)
Rain14.2 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation2,067 ft (630 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+31.9%
Graduate+2.9%

Community

Commute15 min

Is Central Butte a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Central Butte receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Central Butte has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Central Butte is $64,000, 15% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Central Butte is $90,000, 68% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Central Butte has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.2 inches.

Central Butte has a population of 416 with a density of 512 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 55.2 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.2% female and 51.8% male. The city is predominantly White (94.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.6% of residents.

Population

416
Total Population
512
People / sq mi
55.2yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Central Butte vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.6%
17% above US avg
Spanish 1.2%
91% below US avg
Other Languages 7.2%

Social Characteristics

Central Butte vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Central Butte is $64,000, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,600. The average weekly wage is $819, 43% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 15.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 13 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 20.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Central Butte vs U.S.

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Income

Median HH Income$64,000
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,600
Avg Weekly Wage$819

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.0%
317% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.5%
49% above US avg
Establishments (County)13

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.3 min
Drive Alone75.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Central Butte is $90,000, 68% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below the national average of $1,163). 76.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 210 total housing units in the city. 12.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden12.5%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership76.2%
Owner-Occupied76.2%
Renter-Occupied23.8%
Housing Units210

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Central Butte receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Central Butte has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 14.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,067 feet.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average38.3°F
29% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,067 ft (630 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density512/sq mi
Coordinates50.7938°N, 106.5078°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.2"
63% below US avg
Snowfall 3.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.60"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.51"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 7°F (-14°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 13°F (-11°C) 0.6 in
March 24°F (-4°C) 0.7 in
April 40°F (4°C) 0.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in
June 62°F (16°C) 2.6 in Wettest
July 65°F (19°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 1.6 in
September 54°F (12°C) 1.4 in
October 42°F (6°C) 0.7 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 0.5 in Driest
December 11°F (-12°C) 0.7 in

Central Butte has a seasonal temperature swing of 59°F / from 7°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.6") and November the driest (0.5").

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5.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 83% below the national average of 33.7%. 31.9% have completed high school. 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 75.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.8%
83% below US avg
High School+31.9%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density512/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.3 min
Drive Alone75.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.7%

Schools in Central Butte

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Central Butte School
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Radio Stations near Central Butte

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Hotels in Central Butte

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Central Butte Hotel

Gas Stations in Central Butte

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Co-op

Banks in Central Butte

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CIBC
Conexus Credit Union

Airports Near Central Butte

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Central Butte AirportSmall Airport
Craik AirportSmall Airport
Davidson Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Elbow AirstripSmall Airport
Lucky Lake AirportSmall Airport
Outlook (South) AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Central Butte

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post Corporation

Churches & Religious Organizations in Central Butte

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Mary's Catholic Church

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UFO Sightings
1
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Frequently Asked Questions About Central Butte

What is the population of Central Butte?

Central Butte has a population of 416 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 512 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.2% female and 51.8% male.

Is Central Butte expensive to live in?

The median household income is $64,000, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $90,000 (68% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Central Butte safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Central Butte receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Central Butte?

Central Butte has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.2 inches, with 3.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Central Butte?

The job market in Central Butte faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $819. There are 13 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 15 minutes, and 20.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Central Butte?

The median home value in Central Butte is $90,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $800. The homeownership rate is 76.2%.

How are the schools in Central Butte?

5.8% of adults in Central Butte hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.9% have completed high school. 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Central Butte?

The average commute in Central Butte is 15 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 75.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Central Butte?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Central Butte is 94.8% White. 91.6% of residents speak only English at home.

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