Median Income
$125,809
67% higher than US avg
Home Value
$131,000
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
46.3%
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Buffalo Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population814
Median Age56.9 yrs
Density343/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Economy
A+
Median Income$125,809
Per Capita$43,872
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,514M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$131,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity46.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain38.9 in/yr
Elevation660 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+74.0%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 26%
Commute29 min
Libraries4
Is Buffalo a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Buffalo receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. 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 $125,809, which is significantly higher than the national average — 67% above $75,149. This places Buffalo among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Buffalo is $131,000, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Buffalo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.9 inches, including 26.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Buffalo has a population of 814 with a density of 343 people per square mile. The median age is 56.9 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%), with 2.7% Hispanic.
Population
56.9yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.9% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.1% |
| 84% below US avg |
The median household income in Buffalo is $125,809, which is 67% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $125,809 |
| 67% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $43,872 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $935 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,512 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 706 |
| County GDP | $1,514M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 52 |
| Healthcare | 32 |
| Retail | 99 |
| Manufacturing | 39 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,703 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.06% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.5 min |
| Work from Home | 5.2% |
The median home value in Buffalo is $131,000, 54% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $131,000 |
| 54% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,703 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.06% |
In Buffalo, 46.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Buffalo vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 46.3% |
| 44% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.3% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 8.7% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.3% |
| Depression | 27.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,851/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 43.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 32 |
Crime Rates: Buffalo vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
Safety Score
Buffalo has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-5°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 49.8°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.9 inches |
| 2% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 26.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 660 ft (201 m) |
| Area | 2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 343/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.8894°N, 86.7361°W |
| County FIPS | 18181 |