Buffalo, New York
Quick Statistics
Buffalo is a community in Erie County, New York, home to about 276,854 people spread across 40.4 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $31,518 a year, and a typical home is worth about $164,200. About 40.8% of adults hold a college degree, and 95.8% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 6 percent over the past decade.
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Among the New York towns GeoStat tracks, Buffalo ranks number 2 of 1,289 in population, number 1,109 in median household income, number 867 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 78°F in July, while January nights average about 15°F. The area sees roughly 168 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | West Seneca, NY | 4.2 mi. | 44,711 |
| 2. | Lackawanna, NY | 5.3 mi. | 19,753 |
| 3. | Cheektowaga, NY | 5.4 mi. | 88,226 |
| 4. | Amherst, NY | 6.7 mi. | 122,366 |
| 5. | Tonawanda, NY | 8.3 mi. | 15,030 |
| 6. | Lancaster, NY | 9.6 mi. | 41,604 |
| 7. | Orchard Park, NY | 10.4 mi. | 29,054 |
| 8. | North Tonawanda, NY | 10.8 mi. | 30,198 |
What is the population of Buffalo, New York?
Buffalo has a population of about 276,854 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Buffalo, New York in?
Buffalo is located in Erie County, New York.
What is the median home value in Buffalo, New York?
The median home value in Buffalo is about $164,200, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Buffalo, New York?
The median personal income in Buffalo is about $31,518 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Buffalo, New York?
Since 1950, 27 tornadoes have been recorded in Erie County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Buffalo, New York?
Typical July highs run about 78 degrees and January lows about 15 degrees, with around 168 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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