Buffalo, Iowa
Quick Statistics
Buffalo is a community in Scott County, Iowa, home to about 1,097 people spread across 6.8 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $37,609 a year, and a typical home is worth about $122,100. About 26.2% of adults hold a college degree, and 94.8% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 14 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Iowa towns GeoStat tracks, Buffalo ranks number 268 of 1,017 in population, number 412 in median household income, number 461 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Buffalo typically top out near 84°F in July, while January nights average about 14°F. The area sees roughly 36 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Andalusia, IL | 3.3 mi. | 1,021 |
| 2. | Blue Grass, IA | 3.4 mi. | 1,972 |
| 3. | Walcott, IA | 8.7 mi. | 1,725 |
| 4. | Rock Island, IL | 9.5 mi. | 36,151 |
| 5. | Stockton, IA | 10.0 mi. | 170 |
| 6. | Reynolds, IL | 10.3 mi. | 584 |
| 7. | Oak Grove, IL | 10.6 mi. | 277 |
| 8. | Davenport, IA | 10.8 mi. | 100,913 |
What is the population of Buffalo, Iowa?
Buffalo has a population of about 1,097 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Buffalo, Iowa in?
Buffalo is located in Scott County, Iowa.
What is the median home value in Buffalo, Iowa?
The median home value in Buffalo is about $122,100, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Buffalo, Iowa?
The median personal income in Buffalo is about $37,609 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Buffalo, Iowa?
Since 1950, 62 tornadoes have been recorded in Scott County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Buffalo, Iowa?
Typical July highs run about 84 degrees and January lows about 14 degrees, with around 36 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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