Butte Falls, OR (97522) is a small town in Jackson County with a population of around 500 people. Despite its small size, Butte Falls has taken home several BestPlaces rankings. In terms of BestPlaces it scored an impressive 7.1 out of 10 and ranks 109th in Oregon for diversity, with a diversity index of 0.5462 - which is higher than the US average of 0.4252. Additionally, Butte Falls's crime rate per 1,000 residents is 24.6 - lower than the average for Oregon (45.9) and the rest of the US (37). It also achieved a high score for its education system with an A rating in Education Opportunities from BestPlaces. Furthermore, Butte Falls has access to numerous outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, fishing and rafting due to its location near the Rogue River and Crater Lake National Park. All these factors make Butte Falls an attractive destination for visitors looking for a peaceful getaway or family-friendly vacation spot.
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