Buffalo City, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Buffalo City, Wisconsin had a total population of 902, the 416th largest city in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $60,865, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.0%.
Buffalo City Quick Facts
How Buffalo City 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 | 916 | 902 | -1.5% |
| Median household income | $62,917 | $60,865 | -3.3% |
| Median home value | $165,900 | $182,100 | +9.8% |
How Buffalo City 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: 37 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Buffalo City Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Buffalo County
Cities Similar to Buffalo City
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Owen | 920 | $61,250 | $140,900 | 10.7% | 12.0% |
| Dorchester | 879 | $60,536 | $156,000 | 9.9% | 13.5% |
| St. Nazianz | 907 | $57,895 | $139,200 | 13.5% | 5.9% |
| Argyle | 877 | $59,702 | $137,300 | 15.1% | 10.7% |
| Rib Lake | 888 | $57,632 | $99,400 | 21.5% | 16.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 902, Buffalo City'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 City is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Buffalo County. The total population is 902. It ranks as the 416th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Buffalo City is 57.5 years. This is 43% higher than the state median of 40.2 years. Only 13.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 12.5% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Buffalo City is $60,865. This is 21% lower than the state median of $77,485. It is also 25% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.2%. This is 22% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 2.0%. This is 38% lower than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $182,100. Housing costs are 32% lower than the state median of $266,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 94.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 39% higher than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Buffalo City has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.8% of all residents.
Education
20.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 39% lower than the state rate of 33.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Buffalo City, Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin. 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 City, Wisconsin?
Buffalo City, Wisconsin has a population of 902 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Buffalo City, WI?
The median household income in Buffalo City is $60,865, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Buffalo City, WI?
The poverty rate in Buffalo City is 8.2%. This means approximately 74 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Buffalo City, Wisconsin?
Buffalo City's population is 93.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Buffalo City, WI?
The median home value in Buffalo City is $182,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.
How educated is Buffalo City, Wisconsin?
20.3% of adults (25+) in Buffalo City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.