Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Butler

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Butler is $818 per month and the median household income is $44,247 per year, with 54% of residents renting their homes. These figures help illustrate the local cost of housing relative to what most residents earn.

Safety

According to the Butler Police Department's data reported to the FBI Crime Data Explorer, Butler had a violent crime rate of 501 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and jurisdiction definitions.

On the flood safety side, none of the 6 HUD-assisted properties in Butler are mapped in a high-risk flood zone, based on available flood data.

Getting Around Butler

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Butler has a Walk Score of 43 ("Car-Dependent") and a Bike Score of 16, both reflecting limited walkability and cycling infrastructure. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Residents are likely to need a personal vehicle for most errands and daily trips.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 9 public schools across 2 districts serve Butler, including 6 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Renting in Butler, PA

The median household income in Butler is $44,247 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. With a median market rent of $818 per month, income-based housing programs can make a meaningful difference for renters in this city.

Roughly 54% of Butler residents rent their homes, according to Census ACS 5-Year data, reflecting strong local demand for rental housing.

• Median household income: $44,247/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $818/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 54% of occupied units (Census ACS 5-Year)
• HUD-assisted and income-based units available: 416 across 6 properties in Butler

Environment & Flood Risk

All 6 HUD-assisted properties in Butler have been mapped for flood zone exposure. None of them fall in a high-risk flood zone, which is a low flood exposure profile for renters considering these buildings.