Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
23%
Butte
Butte, MT Area Guide
Avg Rent
$810
Population
36,472
Renter Mix
36% Rent
Where history lovers and outdoor enthusiasts flock
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Surrounded by national forests in western Montana, Butte is a charming town steeped in a rich history. First settled in the 1860s, Butte was a prosperous mining town, earning the nickname the “Richest Hill on Earth.” Butte’s historical roots are proudly on display throughout the town today, from the intricate Victorian architecture of Uptown Butte to the fascinating portrayals of the past at the World Museum of Mining.
Butte boasts a true small-town atmosphere with a strong sense of community fostered by an array of exciting events, including the Montana Folk Festival, Silver Bow County Fair, Butte-toberfest, Evel Knievel Days, and the An Ri Ra Montana Irish Festival. The community also bonds over outdoor adventure, with close proximity to many scenic parks, sprawling national forests, and the rugged Northern Rockies. Yellowstone National Park is also just a short drive away from Butte. Convenience to I-15 and I-90 makes getting around from Butte easy.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$51,925
Average: $70,959
Education
9,121
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
17,063
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Butte has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
36%
Non-Renters
64%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
19%
Other Education
81%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Butte, MT is $596 for a studio, $810 for one bedroom, $917 for two bedrooms, and $1,000 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Butte has increased by 1.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$810/month
585 Sq Ft
House
$1,620/month
200 Sq Ft
Getting Around
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Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
425 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
473 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
423 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
347 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
246 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
43 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
660 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
6 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,317 Students
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.