Boutonville

Boutonville is a small, unincorporated community located in Franklin County, Missouri, United States. It is situated in the central part of the county, approximately 5 miles northwest of the city of Washington. The area is primarily rural, characterized by rolling hills and agricultural land.

The history of Boutonville is closely tied to the settlement of Franklin County by German immigrants in the 19th century. Like many small settlements in the region, it likely developed around a small church, school, or trading post that served the surrounding farming families. The name Boutonville is thought to derive from an early settler family.

Today, Boutonville remains a quiet rural enclave. There are no significant commercial or industrial establishments within the community itself. Residents typically commute to nearby towns, such as Washington or Union, for employment, shopping, and services. The local landscape offers opportunities for outdoor recreation, including hunting and fishing, owing to the proximity of wooded areas and the Missouri River. The community's infrastructure consists mainly of residential homes and agricultural properties, with a few scattered rural businesses. Its population is small, and it maintains a distinct rural character.