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Butte County
City in California, United States
Overview
Butte County, located in Northern California, blends historic small towns, lively college life, and remarkable natural beauty. Featuring lively Chico and the tranquil foothill communities, Butte attracts outdoor enthusiasts and visitors seeking a slower pace.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
California
Population
10,243
Time Zone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
39.67°, -121.60°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
65
Female Safety
68
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
70
Food Safety
89
Monthly Cost
$2,610
Local Cost
$1,640
Local Income
$3,200
Cashless
77
English
95
Temperature
17.5°C
Summer Avg
27.3°C
Winter Avg
8.6°C
Record High
47.4°C
Record Low
-5.9°C
Humidity
55%
Precipitation
790 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
PYS
Distance
5 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 62/100.
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