Butler is a compact, friendly county-seat community in Bates County with a small‑town vibe, affordable living and easy local commutes—comfortable for multi‑week assignments if you prefer quiet evenings, predictable routines and a base that feels more like a neighborhood than a hotel district.
You’re also within easy weekend reach of Kansas City (about 60–66 miles) for big‑city dining, concerts and an international airport, and roughly 65–70 miles from Warrensburg (a lively college town with extra restaurants and weekend events), so you can balance peaceful weekdays with worthwhile weekend escapes.