Lake Butler (Union County), Florida Demographics & Population 2026

Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lake Butler (Union County), Florida had a total population of 1,601, the 716th largest city in Florida, with a median household income of $49,922, which is 33% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 24.7%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 33% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Unemployment rate of 12.3% is notably above the national average.

Lake Butler (Union County) Quick Facts

Population 1,60190% MOE ±316

Median Household Income $49,92290% MOE ±$12,709

Median Home Value $167,80090% MOE ±$27,706

Poverty Rate 24.7%90% MOE ±10.2 pts

Unemployment Rate 12.3%90% MOE ±8.8 pts

Median Age 35.1 years90% MOE ±5.5 years

Homeownership Rate 42.1%90% MOE ±11.7 pts

Affordability Ratio 3.4x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 13.3%90% MOE ±6.4 pts

Adults 25+ with high school education or higher 82.6%

Diversity Index 49/100

Population 1,601 716th of 955

Median Income $49,922 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 24.7% 99% higher than national

Median Home Value $167,800 bottom 20%

How Lake Butler (Union County) Changed

Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.

Metric	2015–2019	2020–2024	Change
Population	1,778	1,601	No clear change (-10.0%)
Median household income	$39,075	$49,922	No clear change (+27.8%)
Median home value¹	$135,255	$167,800	No clear change (+24.1%)
Median gross rent	$597	$774	+29.7%

¹ The Census Bureau changed its home-value inflation adjustment beginning with the 2022 ACS; interpret that comparison with additional caution.

How Lake Butler (Union County) Compares

Median Household Income

Lake Butler (Union County)

$49,922

$74,568

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Lake Butler (Union County)

$167,800

$359,000

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 24.0%

$25K-$50K 26.0%

$50K-$100K 35.6%

$100K+ 14.3%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

11.7%

$10K-$15K

6.8%

$15K-$20K

3.7%

$20K-$25K

1.8%

$25K-$30K

2.3%

$30K-$35K

2.5%

$35K-$40K

8.9%

$40K-$45K

9.9%

$45K-$50K

2.5%

$50K-$60K

10.5%

$60K-$75K

7.9%

$75K-$100K

17.3%

$100K-$125K

4.8%

$125K-$150K

1.5%

$150K-$200K

6.9%

$200K+

1.1%

Employment

12.3% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8%|National: 5.2%

47.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 42.1%

Renter 57.9%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.4x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $774/mo 18.6% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

33.5%

18-34

16.3%

35-54

20.3%

55-74

21.7%

75+

8.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 65 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Lake Butler (Union County) Rankings in Florida

#716 Population of 955

#777 Median Income of 911

#789 Education of 955

#786 Home Value of 901

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Other Cities in Union County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Raiford	382	$63,281	10.0%	N/A
Worthington Springs	279	$48,750	37.3%	$183,300

Cities Similar to Lake Butler (Union County)

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Ocala Estates	1,705	N/A	$152,900	5.5%	26.4%
Hawthorne	1,625	$55,406	$177,800	28.1%	15.4%
Fort Denaud	1,639	$56,042	$330,100	21.4%	7.7%
Bronson	1,600	$61,923	$169,900	11.3%	8.5%
Callahan	1,514	$57,006	$281,900	20.7%	14.7%

Population Overview

Lake Butler (Union County) is a small community located in Florida, within Union County. The total population is 1,601. It ranks as the 716th most populous out of 955 Census-designated places in Florida.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lake Butler (Union County) is 35.1 years. This is 18% lower than the state median of 42.6 years. With 33.5% of the population under 18, Lake Butler (Union County) has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Lake Butler (Union County) is $49,922. This is 33% lower than the state median of $74,568. It is also 38% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 24.7%. This is 97% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 12.3%. This is 154% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $167,800. Housing costs are 53% lower than the state median of $359,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 42.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% lower than the state average of 67.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Lake Butler (Union County) is White (non-Hispanic), making up 68.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 16.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.9%) is well below the state average of 27.4%.

Education

13.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 61% lower than the state rate of 34.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 82.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Lake Butler (Union County), Florida is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Florida state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 955 Census-designated places in Florida. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Lake Butler (Union County), Florida?

Lake Butler (Union County), Florida has a population of 1,601 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Lake Butler (Union County), FL?

The median household income in Lake Butler (Union County) is $49,922, which is 38% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Lake Butler (Union County), FL?

The poverty rate in Lake Butler (Union County) is 24.7%. This means approximately 381 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Lake Butler (Union County), Florida?

Lake Butler (Union County)'s population is 68.2% White, 16.7% Black, 4.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Lake Butler (Union County), FL?

The median home value in Lake Butler (Union County) is $167,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

How educated is Lake Butler (Union County), Florida?

13.3% of adults (25+) in Lake Butler (Union County) hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.