East Butler, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, East Butler, Pennsylvania had a total population of 916, the 1034th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $61,607, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x.
East Butler Quick Facts
How East Butler 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 | 902 | 916 | +1.6% |
| Median household income | $58,306 | $61,607 | +5.7% |
| Median home value | $131,000 | $144,800 | +10.5% |
How East Butler 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 less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
East Butler Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Butler County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Butler | 13,212 | $44,247 | 21.4% | $108,100 |
| Homeacre-Lyndora | 6,783 | $74,217 | 11.0% | $202,800 |
| Shanor-Northvue | 5,125 | $95,379 | 4.9% | $259,900 |
| Meridian | 3,837 | $79,191 | 3.3% | $244,000 |
| Zelienople | 3,827 | $68,110 | 6.3% | $294,200 |
| Slippery Rock | 3,495 | $52,262 | 33.8% | $255,400 |
| Seven Fields | 2,884 | $114,000 | 0.6% | $409,700 |
| Slippery Rock University | 2,853 | N/A | 100.0% | N/A |
| Meadowood | 2,644 | $68,750 | 5.9% | $189,700 |
| Oak Hills | 2,513 | $90,926 | 6.5% | $285,800 |
Cities Similar to East Butler
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Ridge Summit | 922 | $60,156 | $359,800 | 15.8% | 3.6% |
| Harwick | 899 | $60,179 | $134,800 | 23.3% | 15.3% |
| Lemont Furnace | 877 | $61,250 | $80,900 | 24.1% | 17.7% |
| Palo Alto | 960 | $61,667 | $91,100 | 10.9% | 12.3% |
| McAlisterville | 929 | $65,893 | $124,700 | 5.0% | 8.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 916, East Butler'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
East Butler is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Butler County. The total population is 916. It ranks as the 1034th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in East Butler is 33.6 years. This is 18% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in East Butler is $61,607. This is 21% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.4%. This is 20% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 3.1%. This is 40% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $144,800. Housing costs are 43% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, East Butler is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 84.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
East Butler has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.
Education
14.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 59% lower than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 97.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for East Butler, Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania. 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 East Butler, Pennsylvania?
East Butler, Pennsylvania has a population of 916 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in East Butler, PA?
The median household income in East Butler is $61,607, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in East Butler, PA?
The poverty rate in East Butler is 9.4%. This means approximately 86 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of East Butler, Pennsylvania?
East Butler's population is 97.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in East Butler, PA?
The median home value in East Butler is $144,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.
How educated is East Butler, Pennsylvania?
14.5% of adults (25+) in East Butler hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.