Study Butte, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Study Butte, Texas had a total population of 114, the 1654th largest community in Texas. The poverty rate is 1.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 1.8% — among the lowest in Texas.
- Only 3.2% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Study Butte Quick Facts
How Study Butte 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 | 172 | 114 | -33.7% |
How Study Butte Compares
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Employment
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People & Demographics
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Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Study Butte Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Brewster County
Cities Similar to Study Butte
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melvin | 114 | $70,313 | $43,300 | 10.9% | 6.1% |
| Pyote | 115 | N/A | $257,100 | 33.3% | 31.3% |
| Ramos | 115 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 40.9% |
| Evergreen | 116 | N/A | N/A | 79.2% | 20.7% |
| Rangerville | 112 | $39,010 | N/A | 20.0% | 57.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 114, Study Butte'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
Study Butte is a small community located in Texas, within Brewster County. The total population is 114. It ranks as the 1654th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Study Butte is 29.8 years. This is 16% lower than the state median of 35.6 years. 13.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 1.8%. This is 87% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Study Butte, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 43.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% lower than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Study Butte is Hispanic or Latino, making up 83.3% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 16.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (16.7%) is well below the state average of 39.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (83.3% vs 39.7%).
Education
3.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 90% lower than the state rate of 33.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 35.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Study Butte, Texas 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 Texas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas. 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 Study Butte, Texas?
Study Butte, Texas has a population of 114 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Study Butte, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Study Butte — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Study Butte, TX?
The poverty rate in Study Butte is 1.8%. This means approximately 2 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Study Butte, Texas?
Study Butte's population is 16.7% White, 0.0% Black, 83.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Study Butte, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Study Butte — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Study Butte, Texas?
3.2% of adults (25+) in Study Butte hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.