Butler, New Jersey is a small suburban town located in Morris County. It is known for its close knit community and strong sense of hometown pride. The cost of rent for a two bedroom apartment in Butler is slightly higher than the US average at $1,750 per month. Grocery costs in Butler are also higher than the national average, with an index score of 107 compared to 100.
Butler is home to many local companies such as A&B Steel Erectors, Inc., which provides structural steel fabrication and installation services throughout the tri-state area; JG Contracting, a residential and commercial general contractor specializing in home renovations; and Pugh Concrete Construction Company LLC, offering full service concrete construction and design services.
Butler has an unemployment rate of 6.2%. The US average is 6.0%.
Butler has seen the job market decrease by -0.7% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 23.5%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.
Tax Rates for Butler
- The Sales Tax Rate for Butler is 6.6%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Butler is 5.5%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.
Income and Salaries for Butler
- The average income of a Butler resident is $37,498 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Butler resident is $103,018 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.