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Buffalo, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Larue County County
Buffalo, KY
At a Glance
How Buffalo Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Buffalo's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Buffalo a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Buffalo residents earn a median household income of $30,660 , which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,344. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 31.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 327 business establishments, including 16 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Buffalo is $215,500 , 24% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $223,845. Median rent is $740/month, with 24.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1969.
Safety & Crime
Buffalo reports 62 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 84% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 342/100K.
Education
6.4% of adults in Buffalo hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below the national average). 81.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Buffalo has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.