Butler County

Butler County is a vibrant and growing community. Life in Butler County is not just about business; it's a community that embraces its residents with open arms in both the business sector and daily life.

Alexander Hamilton statue in Butler County, OH

Butler County is strategically located between Cincinnati and Dayton, offering rich resources and world-class infrastructure. This prime location, combined with a skilled workforce and a pro-business climate, makes Butler County ideal for business.

The local economy has rapidly diversified, attracting new businesses to the community. Today, Butler County is a hub for product distribution for national and international companies beyond the traditional industries.

As a result, Butler County continues to grow, with the population forecasted to exceed 450,000 by 2040. Employment is projected to grow at an annual rate of 1.5%, creating over 30,000 new jobs. Real personal income and retail sales are projected to increase by 3.5% and 4% per year, respectively. This growth rate aligns with Ohio's overall economic expansion, making Butler County a leading area for business and community development.

Butler County Fast Facts

  • Located between Cincinnati and Dayton, Butler County businesses draw on the labor force from both MSAs.
  • Population: 388,420
  • Jobs: 169,549
  • GDP: $22,289,285,304

Population

Total Population

391,853

Population
Growth Rate

-0.03%

Median Age

38

Diversity Index

50.700

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-11

Housing & Income

Households

147,967

Total Housing Units

156,136


Owner Occupied

101,558

Renter Occupied

46,409

Vacant

8,169

Median Home Value

$303,624


Average Home Value

$321,037

Income
Growth Rate

Median
Household Income

0.00%


Per Capita Income

3.20%

Income Projection

Median Household

$78,292 $89,677


Average Household

$105,774 $122,589


Per Capita

$40,056 $46,878

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-11

Workforce

Total Businesses

11,972

Total Employed

172,849

Workers 16+

182,553

2024 Retail Trade Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

1,526

Employed

25,543

2024 HealthCare / Social Assistance

cp-industries

Businesses

1,123

Employed

24,266

2024 Manufacturing Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

609

Employed

20,092

2024 Accommodation / Food Service

cp-industries

Businesses

938

Employed

16,472

2024 Food Service / Drinking Est.

cp-industries

Businesses

874

Employed

15,444

2024 Educational Services - Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

330

Employed

12,151

Some
High School

13,381

Graduated
High School

74,462

Associates
Degree

21,464

Bachelor's
Degree

57,035

Graduate
Degree

32,823

Average Commute Time

25 min.



Resident Commuters

109,797

Non-Resident Commuters

69,612

Drive Alone

144,450

Carpooled

14,075

Public

701

Work At Home

18,398

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-11