Buffalo, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Buffalo, Kentucky had a total population of 735, the 285th largest community in Kentucky, with a median household income of $47,120, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 8.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
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 | 533 | 735 | +37.9% |
| Median household income | $30,660 | $47,120 | +53.7% |
| Median home value | $215,500 | $196,300 | -8.9% |
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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 33 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Buffalo Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Larue County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hodgenville | 3,389 | $57,739 | 19.1% | $151,400 |
| Magnolia | 609 | $50,809 | 29.7% | $158,100 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bardwell | 737 | $47,784 | $74,200 | 9.6% | 25.2% |
| Benham | 725 | $44,946 | $53,000 | 17.8% | 15.7% |
| Watterson Park | 734 | $39,844 | $213,200 | 20.6% | 17.2% |
| North Middletown | 679 | $48,000 | $117,700 | 8.8% | 32.0% |
| Corydon | 741 | $56,304 | $131,700 | 8.0% | 28.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 735, 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 Kentucky, within Larue County. The total population is 735. It ranks as the 285th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Buffalo is 34.9 years. This is 11% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Buffalo is $47,120. This is 26% lower than the state median of $63,726. It is also 42% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.8%. This is 11% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. 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 $196,300. Housing costs are 5% lower than the state median of $205,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x. 75.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Buffalo is White (non-Hispanic), making up 74.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 17.7%. The Black or African American population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 7.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (17.7% vs 5.0%).
Education
8.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 68% lower than the state rate of 27.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 78.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Buffalo, Kentucky 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 Kentucky state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky. 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, Kentucky?
Buffalo, Kentucky has a population of 735 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Buffalo, KY?
The median household income in Buffalo is $47,120, which is 42% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Buffalo, KY?
The poverty rate in Buffalo is 17.8%. This means approximately 131 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Buffalo, Kentucky?
Buffalo's population is 74.7% White, 1.9% Black, 17.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Buffalo, KY?
The median home value in Buffalo is $196,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x.
How educated is Buffalo, Kentucky?
8.7% of adults (25+) in Buffalo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.