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

396,087

Population
Growth Rate

0.18%

Median Age

38

Diversity Index

51.200

Source: ESRI, 2025-08-18

Housing & Income

Households

149,054

Total Housing Units

157,108


Owner Occupied

101,630

Renter Occupied

47,424

Vacant

8,054

Median Home Value

$304,575


Average Home Value

$332,983

Income
Growth Rate

Median
Household Income

0.00%


Per Capita Income

2.30%

Income Projection

Median Household

$84,689 $97,034


Average Household

$107,725 $119,965


Per Capita

$40,671 $45,567

Source: ESRI, 2025-08-18

Workforce

Total Businesses

12,011

Total Employed

161,188

Workers 16+

183,302

2025 HealthCare / Social Assistance

cp-industries

Businesses

1,165

Employed

24,176

2025 Retail Trade Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

1,540

Employed

23,315

2025 Manufacturing Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

632

Employed

17,506

2025 Accommodation / Food Service

cp-industries

Businesses

955

Employed

16,172

2025 Food Service / Drinking Est.

cp-industries

Businesses

891

Employed

15,063

2025 Educational Services - Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

334

Employed

11,576

Some
High School

13,629

Graduated
High School

74,390

Associates
Degree

24,779

Bachelor's
Degree

57,196

Graduate
Degree

33,395

Average Commute Time

25 min.



Resident Commuters

110,819

Non-Resident Commuters

69,322

Drive Alone

140,630

Carpooled

15,119

Public

625

Work At Home

21,674

Source: ESRI, 2025-08-18