Butlerville, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Butlerville, Indiana had a total population of 231, the 679th largest community in Indiana. The poverty rate is 71.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (71.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 21.2% is notably above the national average.
Butlerville Quick Facts
How Butlerville Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 149 | 231 | +55.0% |
How Butlerville Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Butlerville Rankings in Indiana
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Other Cities in Jennings County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Vernon | 7,078 | $51,429 | 16.7% | $128,600 |
| Country Squire Lakes | 3,057 | $57,201 | 23.9% | $26,600 |
| Hayden | 288 | $83,359 | 13.9% | N/A |
| Scipio | 246 | N/A | 0.0% | $223,400 |
| Vernon | 193 | $78,750 | 1.0% | $85,000 |
Cities Similar to Butlerville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schneider | 230 | $63,182 | $172,500 | 6.0% | 4.3% |
| Crandall | 233 | $55,313 | $168,800 | 6.2% | 22.8% |
| Homer | 233 | $147,679 | $85,900 | 0.0% | 15.4% |
| Martinsburg | 233 | N/A | $101,400 | 10.4% | 0.0% |
| Union Mills | 233 | $93,523 | $218,600 | 13.9% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 231, Butlerville's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Butlerville is a small community located in Indiana, within Jennings County. The total population is 231. It ranks as the 679th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Butlerville is 58.9 years. This is 55% higher than the state median of 38.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 71.0%. This is 475% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. 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 21.2%. This is 396% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. 79.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Butlerville is White (non-Hispanic), making up 53.3% of the population.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Butlerville, Indiana 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 Indiana state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 967 Census-designated places in Indiana. 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 Butlerville, Indiana?
Butlerville, Indiana has a population of 231 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Butlerville, IN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Butlerville — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Butlerville, IN?
The poverty rate in Butlerville is 71.0%. This means approximately 164 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Butlerville, Indiana?
Butlerville's population is 53.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Butlerville, IN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Butlerville — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Butlerville, Indiana?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Butlerville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.