Butner, North Carolina Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Butner, North Carolina had a total population of 8,065, the 118th largest town in North Carolina, with a median household income of $74,739, which is 3% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Butner Quick Facts
How Butner 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 | 7,996 | 8,065 | +0.9% |
| Median household income | $72,917 | $74,739 | +2.5% |
| Median home value | $225,600 | $231,100 | +2.4% |
How Butner 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
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Butner Rankings in North Carolina
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Other Cities in Granville County
Cities Similar to Butner
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fletcher | 8,098 | $75,272 | $331,100 | 39.8% | 7.6% |
| Woodfin | 8,048 | $71,384 | $366,700 | 45.9% | 14.1% |
| Etowah | 7,968 | $72,596 | $338,100 | 39.0% | 14.4% |
| Black Mountain | 8,513 | $77,042 | $358,900 | 56.3% | 5.9% |
| Zebulon | 8,711 | $79,112 | $320,700 | 30.9% | 9.0% |
Population Overview
Butner is a small city located in North Carolina, within Granville County. The total population is 8,065. It ranks as the 118th most populous out of 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina.
Age Demographics
The median age in Butner is 40.3 years. This is 3% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Butner is $74,739. This is 3% higher than the state median of $72,388. It is also 7% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.0%. This is 15% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.0%. The unemployment rate is 5.5%. This is 16% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $231,100. Housing costs are 20% lower than the state median of $288,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 73.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 66.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Butner is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Black or African American residents account for 27.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (24.9% vs 11.3%). The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 3.3%.
Education
27.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% lower than the state rate of 35.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 79.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Butner, North Carolina 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 North Carolina state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 772 Census-designated places in North Carolina. 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 Butner, North Carolina?
Butner, North Carolina has a population of 8,065 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Butner, NC?
The median household income in Butner is $74,739, which is 7% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Butner, NC?
The poverty rate in Butner is 15.0%. This means approximately 1,208 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Butner, North Carolina?
Butner's population is 44.0% White, 27.9% Black, 24.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Butner, NC?
The median home value in Butner is $231,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Butner, North Carolina?
27.0% of adults (25+) in Butner hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.