Geography
Butte is in the Rocky Mountains, along the Continental Divide.
Cultural Attractions
Montana's Irish culture is celebrated in Butte by the annual St. Patrick 's Day Parade, as well as the An Ri Ra Montana Irish Culture Festival.
Recreation
Along miles of hiking trails meandering throughout southwestern Montana, can be found blue-ribbon trout fishing spots.
Economy
The chief employer in Butte is state and local government.
Fun Fact
This city has many unique sayings; instead of "take it easy," for example, people say, "Tap 'er light."
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 32,460
- Population under 55:
- 68.8%
- Population over 55:
- 31.2%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- Closest large city:
- Seattle
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Poor
- Temperature:
- 84°F July High, 12°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $34,110
- Median home price:
- N/A
- Average property tax:
- N/A
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 6.4%
- Low
- Cost of living:
- Average
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 0
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 1
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 2
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 0/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 3/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 7/0
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 131
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