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.
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
Population
| Population | 2000 | 2010 | 2026 | 2031 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Butler County | 332,786 | 368,130 | 399,202 | 401,943 |
Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31
Population by Age
| Population | 2026 |
|---|---|
| 0-4 | 22,652 |
| 5-9 | 24,084 |
| 10-14 | 25,033 |
| 15-19 | 30,084 |
| 20-24 | 31,532 |
| 25-29 | 24,963 |
| 30-34 | 24,213 |
| 35-39 | 25,368 |
| 40-44 | 25,637 |
| 45-49 | 23,479 |
| 50-54 | 23,082 |
| 55-59 | 23,116 |
| 60-64 | 24,317 |
| 65-69 | 23,483 |
| 70-74 | 18,492 |
| 75-79 | 14,263 |
| 80-84 | 8,258 |
| 85+ | 7,146 |
| 18+ | 312,268 |
| Median Age | 38 |
Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31
Population by Race
| Butler County | 2026 |
|---|---|
| Total | 399,202.00 |
| White Alone | 72.77% |
| Black Alone | 10% |
| American Indian Alone | 0.47% |
| Asian Alone | 5.38% |
| Pacific Islander Alone | 0.2% |
| Some Other Race | 3.93% |
| Two or More Races | 7.24% |
| Hispanic Origin | 7.55% |
| Diversity Index | 52.70 |
Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31
Growth Rate
| Butler County | 2026 - 2031 |
|---|---|
| Population | 0.14% |
| Households | 0.27% |
| Families | 0.10% |
| Median Household Income | 3% |
| Per Capita Income | 3% |
Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31
Housing
Households
| Population | 2000 | 2010 | 2026 | 2031 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Households | 123,073 | 135,960 | 150,647 | 152,691 |
| Housing Units | 129,784 | 148,273 | 158,552 | 160,530 |
| Owner Occupied Units | 103,540 | 105,257 | ||
| Renter Occupied Units | 47,107 | 47,434 | ||
| Vacant Units | 7,905 | 7,839 |
Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31
Home Value
| Butler County | 2026 | 2031 |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $307,834 | $367,018 |
| Average Home Value | $338,363 | $406,186 |
| <$50,000 | 2,830 | 1,844 |
| $50,000 - $99,999 | 4,746 | 2,053 |
| $100,000 - $149,999 | 7,339 | 3,288 |
| $150,000 - $199,999 | 10,612 | 5,884 |
| $200,000 - $249,999 | 11,670 | 7,748 |
| $250,000 - $299,999 | 12,498 | 10,658 |
| $300,000 - $399,999 | 26,486 | 31,564 |
| $400,000 - $499,999 | 14,811 | 22,045 |
| $500,000 - $749,999 | 9,204 | 15,128 |
| $1,000,000 + | 1,415 | 2,306 |
Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31
Housing Year Built
| Year Range | Houses Built |
|---|---|
| 2010 or Later | 10,970 |
| 2000-2009 | 21,799 |
| 1990-1999 | 22,647 |
| 1980-1989 | 18,421 |
| 1970-1979 | 25,796 |
| 1960-1969 | 14,035 |
| 1950-1959 | 17,333 |
| 1940-1949 | 6,229 |
| 1939 or Before | 16,682 |
Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31
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Income
| Butler County | 2026 | 2031 |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household | $85,639 | $98,743 |
| Average Household | $113,973 | $130,004 |
| Per Capita | $43,331 | $49,713 |
Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31
Household Income
| Butler County | 2026 |
|---|---|
| <$15,000 | 12,110 |
| $15,000 - $24,999 | 6,157 |
| $25,000 - $34,999 | 8,423 |
| $35,000 - $49,999 | 13,865 |
| $50,000 - $74,999 | 23,579 |
| $75,000 - $99,999 | 22,447 |
| $100,000 - $149,999 | 27,808 |
| $150,000 - $199,999 | 16,082 |
| $200,000+ | 20,176 |
Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31
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Commute
| Category | Commuters |
|---|---|
| Workers 16+ | 185,991 |
| In-County Residents | 114,980 |
| Out-of-County Residents | 67,750 |
| Drive Alone | 139,770 |
| Carpooled | 15,109 |
| Public Transport | 560 |
| Work at Home | 24,818 |
| Motorcycle | 208 |
| Bicycle | 561 |
| Walked | 3,250 |
| Other | 1,521 |
| Less than 5 minutes | 4,165 |
| 5-9 minutes | 15,091 |
| 10-14 minutes | 21,363 |
| 15-19 minutes | 26,077 |
| 20-24 minutes | 26,547 |
| 25-29 minutes | 13,520 |
| 30-34 minutes | 21,842 |
| 35-39 minutes | 7,659 |
| 40-44 minutes | 6,681 |
| 45-59 minutes | 11,348 |
| 60-89 minutes | 4,222 |
| 90+ minutes | 2,658 |
| Average Travel Time | 24 |
Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31
Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31
Employees by NAICS
| Category | Number |
|---|---|
| Total Employees | 162,502 |
| Agr/Forestry/Fish/Hunt | 222 |
| Mining | 299 |
| Utilities | 354 |
| Construction | 8,364 |
| Manufacturing | 17,275 |
| Wholesale Trade | 7,469 |
| Retail Trade | 23,914 |
| Motor Veh/Parts Dealers | 2,991 |
| Furn & Home Furnish Str | 2,064 |
| Electronics & Appl Store | 428 |
| Bldg Matl/Garden Equip | 2,361 |
| Food & Beverage Stores | 4,558 |
| Health/Pers Care Stores | 3,140 |
| Gasoline Stations | 394 |
| Clothing/Accessory Store | 1,133 |
| Sports/Hobby/Book/Music | 1,673 |
| General Merchandise Str | 5,172 |
| Transportation/Warehouse | 5,513 |
| Information | 1,582 |
| Finance & Insurance | 7,071 |
| Cntrl Bank/Crdt Intrmdtn | 1,560 |
| Sec/Cmdty Cntrct/Oth Inv | 660 |
| Insur/Funds/Trusts/Other | 4,851 |
| Real Estate/Rent/Leasing | 3,498 |
| Prof/Scientific/Tech Srv | 8,544 |
| Legal Services | 1,118 |
| Mgmt of Comp/Enterprises | 121 |
| Admin/Support/Waste Mgmt | 9,288 |
| Educational Services | 10,675 |
| HealthCare/Social Assist | 23,200 |
| Arts/Entertainment/Rec | 2,450 |
| Accommodation/Food Srvcs | 16,021 |
| Accommodation | 953 |
| Food Srv/Drinking Places | 15,068 |
| Other Srv excl Pub Admin | 8,439 |
| Auto Repair/Maintenance | 1,463 |
| Public Administration Emp | 8,141 |
Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31
Educational Attainment (25+)
| Butler County | 2026 |
|---|---|
| <9th Grade | 7,006 |
| Some High School | 13,169 |
| GED | 10,159 |
| Graduated High School | 71,175 |
| Some College/No Degree | 46,744 |
| Associates Degree | 25,876 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 60,107 |
| Graduate Degree | 31,581 |
Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31
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Businesses by NAICS
| Category | Number |
|---|---|
| Total Businesses | 11,807 |
| Agr/Forestry/Fish/Hunt Bus | 53 |
| Mining Bus | 14 |
| Utilities Bus | 13 |
| Construction Bus | 961 |
| Manufacturing Bus | 613 |
| Wholesale Trade Bus | 473 |
| Retail Trade Bus | 1,532 |
| Motor Veh/Parts Dealers Bus | 230 |
| Furn & Home Furnish Str Bus | 84 |
| Electronics & Appl Store Bus | 49 |
| Bldg Matl/Garden Equip Bus | 131 |
| Food & Beverage Stores Bus | 221 |
| Health/Pers Care Stores Bus | 171 |
| Gasoline Stations Bus | 78 |
| Clothing/Accessory Store Bus | 142 |
| Sports/Hobby/Book/Music Bus | 256 |
| General Merchandise Str Bus | 170 |
| Transportation/Warehouse Bus | 301 |
| Information Bus | 188 |
| Finance & Insurance Bus | 560 |
| Cntrl Bank/Crdt Intrmdtn Bus | 228 |
| Sec/Cmdty Cntrct/Oth Inv Bus | 158 |
| Insur/Funds/Trusts/Other Bus | 174 |
| Real Estate/Rent/Leasing Bus | 513 |
| Prof/Scientific/Tech Srv Bus | 945 |
| Legal Services Bus | 172 |
| Mgmt of Comp/Enterprises Bus | 21 |
| Admin/Support/Waste Mgmt Bus | 422 |
| Educational Services Bus | 325 |
| HealthCare/Social Assist Bus | 1,193 |
| Arts/Entertainment/Rec Bus | 265 |
| Accommodation/Food Srvcs Bus | 937 |
| Accommodation Bus | 62 |
| Food Srv/Drinking Places Bus | 875 |
| Other Srv excl Pub Admin Bus | 1,673 |
| Auto Repair/Maintenance Bus | 286 |
| Public Administration Bus | 323 |
Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31
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