Butler County, Kentucky Housing Market
In Butler County, Kentucky, the median home value is $111,100, with a median monthly rent of $679. This places Butler County at #2781 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #101 within Kentucky.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $960
- Establishments: 278
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 4,414 (avg $54,775)
- Outflow: 4,243 (avg $55,231)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 4 active ZIP codes in Butler County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 42261 | 266.6 | +3.65% | 2025 |
| 2 | 42276 | 250.6 | +5.75% | 2025 |
| 3 | 42320 | 250.0 | +9.24% | 2025 |
| 4 | 42101 | 250.1 | +10.23% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Butler County | Kentucky Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $111,100 | $160,835 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $679 | $793 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 73.7% | 73.4% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 13.6 | 16.6 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Butler County is 30.9% below the Kentucky state average and 51.2% below the U.S. national average. The median rent of $679/month is 14.4% below the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 13.6, buying a home in Butler County is generally more favorable than renting for those planning to stay long-term. A ratio below 15 typically signals that purchasing is financially advantageous over a multi-year horizon.
Butler County has an owner-occupancy rate of 73.7%, compared to 73.4% in Kentucky and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more homeowner-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingman County | Kansas | $111,100 | $846 |
| Hamilton County | Florida | $111,200 | $724 |
| Hidalgo County | New Mexico | $111,000 | $814 |
| Twiggs County | Georgia | $111,300 | $808 |
| Wayne County | Iowa | $111,300 | $659 |
Other Counties in Kentucky
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson County | $111,500 | $665 | 77.4% |
| Lawrence County | $111,700 | $760 | 77.8% |
| Pike County | $112,000 | $858 | 75.3% |
| Metcalfe County | $110,200 | $582 | 77.7% |
| Webster County | $112,900 | $783 | 73.8% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).