Median Income
$99,583
33% higher than US avg
Home Value
$166,700
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
32.1%
5% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$575
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.8%
85% lower than US avg
How Buffalo Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population213
Median Age36.9 yrs
Density444/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A+
Median Income$99,583
Per Capita$38,660
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$19,105M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$166,700
Rent$575
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$247,528
Health
Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp45°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain23.6 in/yr
Elevation1,202 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+32.1%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%
Commute31 min
Broadband68.0%
Libraries8
Is Buffalo a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Buffalo receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. 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 $99,583, which is significantly higher than the national average — 33% above $75,149. This places Buffalo among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Buffalo is $166,700, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $575 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
32.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Buffalo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Buffalo has a population of 213 with a density of 444 people per square mile. The median age is 36.9 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%), with 3.8% Hispanic.
Population
36.9yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.2% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.8% |
| 94% below US avg |
The median household income in Buffalo is $99,583, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $99,583 |
| 33% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $38,660 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,285 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $99,188 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.8% |
| 85% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 9,494 |
| County GDP | $19,105M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 480 |
| Healthcare | 610 |
| Retail | 678 |
| Manufacturing | 197 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,730 |
| 149% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.24% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.7 min |
| Work from Home | 9.1% |
The median home value in Buffalo is $166,700, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $575 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $247,528.
Home Values
| Census Median | $166,700 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $247,528 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $575 |
| 51% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,730 |
| 149% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.24% |
In Buffalo, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 17.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Buffalo vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.4% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.2% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 4.7% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.2% |
| Depression | 24.9% |
| Mental Distress | 14.1% |
| Physical Distress | 10.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.6% |
| Premature Death | 6,730/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 89.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 610 |
Crime Rates: Buffalo vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Buffalo has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
13°F Jan (-11°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 45.1°F |
| 16% below US avg |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 23.6 inches |
| 38% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,202 ft (366 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 444/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.9193°N, 97.5506°W |
| County FIPS | 38017 |