Butler County, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
12,373 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,003 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$105,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$338 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$498 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bowling Green Metro Area
2
Kentucky
2
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Bowling Green Metro Area
5
Kentucky
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 34
Feb 4 2 38
Mar 4 0 47
Apr 4 0 57
May 5 0 66
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 3 0 70
Oct 4 0 58
Nov 4 0 48
Dec 5 0 37

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 25% of residents leaning left and 72% leaning right.

Liberal (25%) (73%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 80%
Hillary Clinton 17%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, KY State Senate District 5, KY State House District 15, KY
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Schools

Butler County High School
1 miles, W • 3.2 star
Butler County Learning Center
2 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Butler County Middle School
2 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Western Kentucky University
20 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

The Medical Center (Bowling Green)
20 miles, S • 1.4 star
Ohio County Hospital
20 miles, N • 4.1 star
Greenview Regional Hospital
22 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

Evansville Regional Airport
74 miles, N • 1.4 star
Nashville International Airport
75 miles, S • 3.7 star
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