Butte is a town located in Gunnison County, in the state of Colorado (CO), United States. Nestled in the Mountain division of the West region, it covers an area of 0.7 square miles (2.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 8908 ft. With a population of approximately 1,529 residents, Butte offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 55.46% males and 44.54% females, and it has a population density of 184.29 people per square mile (843.36/km²). Butte lies at a latitude of 38.87 and a longitude of -106.98, operating in the UTC-7.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (17.8%), German (17.2%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 81224.