Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
| Below Poverty | 20.3% ▲ 103% above avg |
| College Grads | 24.6% ▼ 37% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.7% ▲ 36% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 360 (3%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,618 (46.5%) |
| Some College | 1,564 (12.9%) |
| Associates | 1,568 (13%) |
| Bachelors | 1,195 (9.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,773 (14.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $47,999 ▼ 37% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $99,234 ▼ 64% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $693/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 9,842 |
| Vacant Units | 2,609 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Butler County is located in Alabama and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 18,700 residents. With a median age of 41.94, it is a middle-aged county.
Butler County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $47,999 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.7%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 20.3% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Butler County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $99,234 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $692. Homeownership rates are high at 68.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Butler County are majority White (50.86%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 24.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Butler County, AL is a working-class area in Alabama. The 5 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36030 | Forest Home | 185 | $23,917 | — | — | 0.0% | 1.3% |
| 36033 | Georgiana | 3,685 | $37,500 | $102,000 | $646 | 2.1% | 23.0% |
| 36037 | Greenville | 12,974 | $48,571 | $101,200 | $729 | 6.3% | 25.8% |
| 36456 | Mc Kenzie | 1,856 | $67,250 | $80,000 | $533 | 18.8% | 21.6% |