Median Income
$67,321
10% lower than US avg
Home Value
$122,400
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
30.2%
10% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$475
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.8%
13% lower than US avg
How Buffalo Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population405
Median Age48.6 yrs
Density1,157/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans10.6%
Economy
A
Median Income$67,321
Per Capita$37,993
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty10.8%
County GDP$15,669M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$122,400
Rent$475
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden30.8%
Health
Obesity37.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.0 in/yr
Elevation610 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+30.2%
High School+93.0%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute26 min
Broadband85.4%
Libraries13
Is Buffalo a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Buffalo receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Buffalo stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Buffalo is $67,321, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Buffalo is $122,400, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $475 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
30.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Buffalo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.0 inches, including 21.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Buffalo has a population of 405 with a density of 1,157 people per square mile. The median age is 48.6 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.7%), with 7.4% Hispanic.
Population
48.6yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.4% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.6% |
| 66% below US avg |
The median household income in Buffalo is $67,321, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $67,321 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $37,993 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,334 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,001 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.8% |
| 13% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 4,970 |
| County GDP | $15,669M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 544 |
| Healthcare | 489 |
| Retail | 672 |
| Manufacturing | 92 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,281 |
| 108% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.95% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 70.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 15.3% |
The median home value in Buffalo is $122,400, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $475 (59% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $122,400 |
| 57% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $475 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 30.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,281 |
| 108% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.95% |
In Buffalo, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.4% report depression. 19.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Buffalo vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.8% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.9% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.6% |
| Depression | 23.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 11.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,880/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 87.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 489 |
Crime Rates: Buffalo vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 30 |
Safety Score
Buffalo has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 54.0°F |
| 0% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.0 inches |
| 0% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 21.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 610 ft (186 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,157/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.8499°N, 89.4091°W |
| County FIPS | 17167 |