Buffalo, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Buffalo, Indiana had a total population of 947, the 365th largest community in Indiana, with a median household income of $89,934, which is 25% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x.
Buffalo Quick Facts
How Buffalo Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 814 | 947 | +16.3% |
| Median household income | $125,809 | $89,934 | -28.5% |
| Median home value | $131,000 | $125,000 | -4.6% |
How Buffalo Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Buffalo Rankings in Indiana
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Other Cities in White County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monticello | 5,496 | $52,798 | 11.1% | $149,600 |
| Monon | 2,091 | $49,286 | 23.7% | $96,000 |
| Brookston | 1,530 | $63,182 | 8.4% | $158,500 |
| Wolcott | 1,033 | $66,875 | 11.5% | $113,900 |
| Reynolds | 718 | $58,750 | 5.9% | $123,900 |
| Chalmers | 526 | $70,500 | 8.0% | $162,500 |
| Idaville | 399 | $49,323 | 12.8% | $136,300 |
| Burnettsville | 307 | $63,365 | 14.3% | $104,700 |
| Norway | 282 | $39,286 | 15.6% | $106,000 |
Cities Similar to Buffalo
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Painted Hills | 948 | $93,838 | $305,200 | 54.7% | 4.2% |
| Lanesville | 944 | $84,345 | $220,600 | 25.0% | 3.1% |
| St. Wendel | 923 | $86,455 | $220,200 | 19.2% | 2.2% |
| Mexico | 906 | $87,635 | $108,400 | 22.9% | 2.1% |
| Fillmore | 895 | $85,543 | $110,000 | 14.5% | 5.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 947, Buffalo's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Buffalo is a small community located in Indiana, within White County. The total population is 947. It ranks as the 365th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Buffalo is 56.5 years. This is 48% higher than the state median of 38.1 years. Only 1.4% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Buffalo is $89,934. This is 25% higher than the state median of $71,957. It is also 11% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.3%. This is 32% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Buffalo, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $125,000. Housing costs are 43% lower than the state median of $218,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Buffalo is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 94.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 34% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Buffalo has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.5% of all residents.
Education
20.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 32% lower than the state rate of 29.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 80.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Buffalo, Indiana is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Indiana state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 967 Census-designated places in Indiana. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Buffalo, Indiana?
Buffalo, Indiana has a population of 947 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Buffalo, IN?
The median household income in Buffalo is $89,934, which is 11% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Buffalo, IN?
The poverty rate in Buffalo is 8.3%. This means approximately 79 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Buffalo, Indiana?
Buffalo's population is 93.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Buffalo, IN?
The median home value in Buffalo is $125,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.
How educated is Buffalo, Indiana?
20.0% of adults (25+) in Buffalo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.