Butte

MT

Silver Bow County, Montana

Population 36K |Median income $61,754 |1 hospital

Population
35,785
Silver Bow County
Median Income
$61,754
-9% vs avg
Median Home Value
$255,200
+12% vs avg
Median Age
40.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
36K+4%
Median Income
$61,754+60%
Median Home Value
$255,200+109%
Poverty Rate
14.8%-23%
Unemployment
4%-43%

Economics

Median Rent
$863/mo
Poverty Rate
14.8% +4% vs avg
Unemployment 4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 28%
Work From Home 7.6%
Public Transit 0.7%

Population

White 91%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.9%
Asian 0.4%
African American 0.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
32.5%
Obesity
32.3%
Short Sleep Duration
31.9%
Physical Inactivity
22%
Binge Drinking
20.2%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.5%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.9%
Current Smoking
14.1%
Current Asthma
11.1%
Diabetes
10.2%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 64%
Annual Checkup 71.4%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
10%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.8%
Stroke
3.6%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
ST JAMES HOSPITAL
BUTTE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
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Alerts & News — Butte Area 6

Weather Alerts high

High Wind Warning Issued for Judith Gap and Southern Wheatland Areas Through Tuesday Night

NOAA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

High Wind Warning Issued for Montana's Rocky Mountain Front and Adjacent Plains

NOAA · 4d ago
Weather Alerts high

High Wind Warning Issued for North Central Montana with Gusts Up to 65 MPH

NOAA · 4d ago
Weather Alerts high

High Wind Warning Issued for Southwest Phillips County Through Tuesday Evening

NOAA · 4d ago
Weather Alerts high

Snow Squall Warning Issued for Lake and Sanders Counties in Northwestern Montana

NOAA · 6d ago
Weather Alerts high

Blizzard Warning Issued for Judith Basin and Fergus Counties Through Midnight

NOAA · 6d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Butte, MT? ▼
Butte, MT has a population of 35,785 people, located in Silver Bow County, Montana.
What is the median household income in Butte? ▼
The median household income in Butte, MT is $61,754 per year. The poverty rate is 14.8%.
What is the median home value in Butte? ▼
The median home value in Butte, MT is $255,200. Median rent is $863/month.
What are the top health concerns in Butte? ▼
The top health indicators in Butte include High Blood Pressure (32.5%), Obesity (32.3%), Short Sleep Duration (31.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Butte? ▼
Butte has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Butte? ▼
The median age in Butte, MT is 40.5 years. 28% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Butte, MT is located in Silver Bow County, Montana. With a population of 36K and a median household income of $61,754, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Butte area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Silver Bow County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.