Buffalo County, WI
Buffalo County Overview
13,329
TOTAL POPULATION
6,755
MALE POPULATION
6,574
FEMALE POPULATION
102.75
MALES / 100 FEMALES
97.32
FEMALES / 100 MALES
46.4
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$34,866
PER CAPITA INCOME
$80,859
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$64,238
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
30.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
69.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$6,525
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.39
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
7,106
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Buffalo County
The most populous races in Buffalo County are White / Caucasian (12,721 | 95.4%), Two or more Races (401 | 3.0%), and Hispanic or Latino (342 | 2.6%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 13 | 0.1% |
| Black / African American | 43 | 0.3% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 342 | 2.6% |
| Native / Alaskan | 10 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 12,721 | 95.4% |
| Two or more Races | 401 | 3.0% |
| Some other Race | 141 | 1.1% |
| Total | 13,329 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Buffalo County
The most populous ancestries reported in Buffalo County are German (5,869 | 44.0%), Norwegian (2,758 | 20.7%), Polish (1,521 | 11.4%), Irish (1,033 | 7.7%), and English (686 | 5.1%), together accounting for 89.0% of all Buffalo County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 2 | 0.0% |
| American | 509 | 3.8% |
| Arab | 8 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 270 | 2.0% |
| Belgian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 9 | 0.1% |
| British | 25 | 0.2% |
| Bulgarian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Cajun | 1 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 6 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 9 | 0.1% |
| Chippewa | 8 | 0.1% |
| Colombian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 9 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 1 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 131 | 1.0% |
| Czechoslovakian | 8 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 59 | 0.4% |
| Dutch | 159 | 1.2% |
| Eastern European | 25 | 0.2% |
| English | 686 | 5.1% |
| European | 112 | 0.8% |
| Finnish | 36 | 0.3% |
| French | 265 | 2.0% |
| French American Indian | 2 | 0.0% |
| French Canadian | 63 | 0.5% |
| German | 5,869 | 44.0% |
| Greek | 3 | 0.0% |
| Guatemalan | 3 | 0.0% |
| Honduran | 1 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 17 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 2 | 0.0% |
| Iranian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 1,033 | 7.7% |
| Italian | 116 | 0.9% |
| Korean | 20 | 0.2% |
| Laotian | 30 | 0.2% |
| Lebanese | 8 | 0.1% |
| Lithuanian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Luxembourger | 27 | 0.2% |
| Mexican | 247 | 1.8% |
| Native Hawaiian | 7 | 0.1% |
| Nicaraguan | 2 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 5 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 2,758 | 20.7% |
| Ottawa | 2 | 0.0% |
| Pennsylvania German | 28 | 0.2% |
| Peruvian | 42 | 0.3% |
| Polish | 1,521 | 11.4% |
| Portuguese | 22 | 0.2% |
| Puerto Rican | 17 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 22 | 0.2% |
| Scandinavian | 132 | 1.0% |
| Scotch-Irish | 38 | 0.3% |
| Scottish | 146 | 1.1% |
| Serbian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Sioux | 3 | 0.0% |
| Slavic | 1 | 0.0% |
| Slovak | 4 | 0.0% |
| Slovene | 9 | 0.1% |
| South American | 44 | 0.3% |
| Spaniard | 4 | 0.0% |
| Spanish | 4 | 0.0% |
| Sri Lankan | 21 | 0.2% |
| Subsaharan African | 2 | 0.0% |
| Swedish | 185 | 1.4% |
| Swiss | 441 | 3.3% |
| Thai | 4 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 21 | 0.2% |
| Yugoslavian | 39 | 0.3% | View All 71 Rows |
Immigrants in Buffalo County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Buffalo County came from Latin America (130 | 1.0%), Central America (120 | 0.9%), Mexico (116 | 0.9%), Europe (42 | 0.3%), and Asia (22 | 0.2%), together accounting for 3.2% of all Buffalo County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 22 | 0.2% |
| Canada | 2 | 0.0% |
| Caribbean | 1 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 120 | 0.9% |
| China | 1 | 0.0% |
| Cuba | 1 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 2 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Europe | 4 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 42 | 0.3% |
| France | 2 | 0.0% |
| Germany | 6 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 3 | 0.0% |
| India | 4 | 0.0% |
| Indonesia | 16 | 0.1% |
| Ireland | 4 | 0.0% |
| Japan | 1 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 130 | 1.0% |
| Mexico | 116 | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | 2 | 0.0% |
| Nicaragua | 1 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 6 | 0.1% |
| Peru | 9 | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2 | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 20 | 0.2% |
| Russia | 2 | 0.0% |
| Scotland | 2 | 0.0% |
| South America | 9 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 4 | 0.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 16 | 0.1% |
| Southern Europe | 20 | 0.2% |
| Switzerland | 2 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 12 | 0.1% | View All 32 Rows |
Sex and Age in Buffalo County
Sex and Age in Buffalo County
The most populous age groups in Buffalo County are 55 to 59 Years (563 | 8.3%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (541 | 8.2%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 335 (5.0%) | 313 (4.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 333 (4.9%) | 385 (5.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 390 (5.8%) | 386 (5.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 367 (5.4%) | 429 (6.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 336 (5.0%) | 308 (4.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 343 (5.1%) | 317 (4.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 365 (5.4%) | 293 (4.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 492 (7.3%) | 404 (6.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 326 (4.8%) | 329 (5.0%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 382 (5.7%) | 398 (6.0%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 453 (6.7%) | 412 (6.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 563 (8.3%) | 533 (8.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 545 (8.1%) | 541 (8.2%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 472 (7.0%) | 362 (5.5%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 491 (7.3%) | 455 (6.9%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 248 (3.7%) | 176 (2.7%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 105 (1.5%) | 349 (5.3%) |
| 85 Years and over | 209 (3.1%) | 184 (2.8%) |
| Total | 6,755 (100.0%) | 6,574 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Buffalo County
Median Family Size in Buffalo County
The median family size in Buffalo County is 2.89 persons per family, with married-couple families (3,013 | 82.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.92 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (434 | 11.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.73 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,013 (82.3%) | 2.92 |
| Single Male/Father | 215 (5.9%) | 2.75 |
| Single Female/Mother | 434 (11.8%) | 2.73 |
| Total Families | 3,662 (100.0%) | 2.89 |
Median Household Size in Buffalo County
The median household size in Buffalo County is 2.35 persons per household, with single male/father households (215 | 3.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.16 persons per household. non-family households (1,954 | 34.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.22 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,013 (53.6%) | 2.94 |
| Single Male/Father | 215 (3.8%) | 3.16 |
| Single Female/Mother | 434 (7.7%) | 2.97 |
| Non-family | 1,954 (34.8%) | 1.22 |
| Total Households | 5,616 (100.0%) | 2.35 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Buffalo County
Out of a total of 5,616 households in Buffalo County, 3,662 (65.2%) are family households, while 1,954 (34.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,087, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,692.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,692 (30.1%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,087 (37.2%) | 230 (4.1%) |
| 3-Person Households | 588 (10.5%) | 20 (0.4%) |
| 4-Person Households | 645 (11.5%) | 1 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 232 (4.1%) | 7 (0.1%) |
| 6-Person Households | 76 (1.3%) | 2 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 34 (0.6%) | 2 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,662 (65.2%) | 1,954 (34.8%) |
Female Fertility in Buffalo County
Fertility by Age in Buffalo County
Average fertility rate in Buffalo County is 54.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 133.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 87.8% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 122 (87.8%) | 133.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 17 (12.2%) | 14.0 |
| Total | 139 (100.0%) | 54.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Buffalo County
71.2% of women with births (139) in Buffalo County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 52.9% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 25.4% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 91 (74.6%) | 31 (25.4%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 8 (47.1%) | 9 (52.9%) |
| Total | 99 (71.2%) | 40 (28.8%) |
Fertility by Education in Buffalo County
Average fertility rate in Buffalo County is 54.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 80.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 32.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 41.0% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 14 (10.1%) | 32.0 |
| High School Diploma | 22 (15.8%) | 38.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 57 (41.0%) | 61.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 38 (27.3%) | 80.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 8 (5.8%) | 69.0 |
| Total | 139 (100.0%) | 54.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Buffalo County
28.8% of women with births in Buffalo County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 86.8% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 50.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 8 (57.1%) | 6 (42.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 11 (50.0%) | 11 (50.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 41 (71.9%) | 16 (28.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 33 (86.8%) | 5 (13.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6 (75.0%) | 2 (25.0%) |
| Total | 99 (71.2%) | 40 (28.8%) |
Income in Buffalo County
Income Overview in Buffalo County
Per Capita Income in Buffalo County is $34,866, while median incomes of families and households are $80,859 and $64,238 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 13,329 | $34,866 |
| Median Family Income | 3,662 | $80,859 |
| Mean Family Income | 3,662 | $91,012 |
| Median Household Income | 5,616 | $64,238 |
| Mean Household Income | 5,616 | $77,627 |
| Income Deficit | 3,662 | $6,525 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 13,329 | 30.91% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 13,329 | 69.09¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 13,329 | 0.39 |
Earnings by Sex in Buffalo County
Average Earnings in Buffalo County are $40,894, $47,231 for men and $32,630 for women, a difference of 30.9%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 4,031 (54.5%) | $47,231 |
| Female | 3,359 (45.5%) | $32,630 |
| Total | 7,390 (100.0%) | $40,894 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Buffalo County
The most common earnings brackets in Buffalo County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (424 | 10.5%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (294 | 8.7%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 114 (2.8%) | 183 (5.4%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 124 (3.1%) | 91 (2.7%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 84 (2.1%) | 116 (3.5%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 76 (1.9%) | 108 (3.2%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 79 (2.0%) | 129 (3.8%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 101 (2.5%) | 107 (3.2%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 119 (2.9%) | 207 (6.2%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 44 (1.1%) | 90 (2.7%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 65 (1.6%) | 92 (2.7%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 118 (2.9%) | 142 (4.2%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 196 (4.9%) | 294 (8.7%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 201 (5.0%) | 239 (7.1%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 242 (6.0%) | 221 (6.6%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 258 (6.4%) | 266 (7.9%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 321 (8.0%) | 185 (5.5%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 372 (9.2%) | 177 (5.3%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 424 (10.5%) | 270 (8.0%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 316 (7.8%) | 166 (4.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 412 (10.2%) | 215 (6.4%) |
| $100,000+ | 365 (9.0%) | 61 (1.8%) |
| Total | 4,031 (100.0%) | 3,359 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Buffalo County
Average earnings in Buffalo County are $50,692 for men and $36,833 for women, a difference of 27.3%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $70,625, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $40,156. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $63,102, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $16,641.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $40,156 | $16,641 |
| High School Diploma | $47,374 | $29,583 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $53,768 | $35,957 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $59,387 | $46,944 |
| Graduate Degree | $70,625 | $63,102 |
| Total | $50,692 | $36,833 |
Family Income in Buffalo County
Family Income Brackets in Buffalo County
According to the Buffalo County family income data, there are 831 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.7% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 33 families (0.9%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 33 | 0.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 44 | 1.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 245 | 6.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 176 | 4.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 417 | 11.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 787 | 21.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 696 | 19.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 831 | 22.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 286 | 7.8% |
| $200,000+ | 146 | 4.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Buffalo County
5-person families (195 | 5.3%) account for the highest median family income in Buffalo County with $107,813 per family, while 2-person families (2,150 | 58.7%) have the highest median income of $33,772 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,150 (58.7%) | $67,545 |
| 3-Person Families | 618 (16.9%) | $92,045 |
| 4-Person Families | 596 (16.3%) | $100,893 |
| 5-Person Families | 195 (5.3%) | $107,813 |
| 6-Person Families | 69 (1.9%) | $99,792 |
| 7+ Person Families | 34 (0.9%) | $80,938 |
| Total | 3,662 (100.0%) | $80,859 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Buffalo County
The median family income in Buffalo County is $80,859, with families comprising 3+ earners (350) having the highest median family income of $134,118, while families with no earners (690) have the lowest median family income of $49,457, accounting for 9.6% and 18.8% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 690 (18.8%) | $49,457 |
| 1 Earner | 988 (27.0%) | $52,019 |
| 2 Earners | 1,634 (44.6%) | $101,106 |
| 3+ Earners | 350 (9.6%) | $134,118 |
| Total | 3,662 (100.0%) | $80,859 |
Household Income in Buffalo County
Household Income Brackets in Buffalo County
With 1,179 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Buffalo County, accounting for 21.0% of all households. In contrast, only 168 households (3.0%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 168 | 3.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 230 | 4.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 489 | 8.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 393 | 7.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 803 | 14.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,179 | 21.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 865 | 15.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 988 | 17.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 320 | 5.7% |
| $200,000+ | 174 | 3.1% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Buffalo County
The median household income in Buffalo County is $64,238, with the highest median household income of $80,594 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,401 households (24.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $43,942, with 1,948 households (34.7%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 140 (2.5%) | $53,750 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,401 (24.9%) | $80,594 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,127 (37.9%) | $79,107 |
| 65+ Years | 1,948 (34.7%) | $43,942 |
| Total | 5,616 (100.0%) | $64,238 |
Poverty in Buffalo County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Buffalo County
With 5.8% poverty level for males and 10.7% for females among the residents of Buffalo County, 75 year old and over males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 54 males (9.7%) and 14 females (22.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 28 (8.6%) | 48 (15.4%) |
| 5 Years | 1 (1.3%) | 5 (4.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 36 (9.6%) | 22 (5.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 14 (5.6%) | 37 (16.0%) |
| 15 Years | 3 (4.1%) | 14 (22.2%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 12 (7.4%) | 6 (2.6%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 24 (5.2%) | 56 (12.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 27 (3.8%) | 45 (7.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 34 (4.2%) | 37 (5.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 26 (3.2%) | 69 (8.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 93 (8.4%) | 112 (10.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 34 (3.5%) | 114 (14.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 54 (9.7%) | 137 (19.8%) |
| Total | 386 (5.8%) | 702 (10.7%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Buffalo County
According to the poverty statistics in Buffalo County, males aged 5 years and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 98.7% of males and 97.4% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 298 (91.4%) | 263 (84.6%) |
| 5 Years | 73 (98.7%) | 110 (95.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 341 (90.4%) | 382 (94.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 235 (94.4%) | 195 (84.1%) |
| 15 Years | 70 (95.9%) | 49 (77.8%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 149 (92.5%) | 220 (97.4%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 440 (94.8%) | 392 (87.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 677 (96.2%) | 564 (92.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 784 (95.8%) | 696 (95.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 796 (96.8%) | 741 (91.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,009 (91.6%) | 962 (89.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 924 (96.5%) | 701 (86.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 503 (90.3%) | 554 (80.2%) |
| Total | 6,299 (94.2%) | 5,829 (89.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Buffalo County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Buffalo County show that 3.6% or 108 of the total 3,013 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 21.7%, comprising of 5 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.3%, which includes 18 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,895 (96.2%) | 75 (3.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 779 (97.7%) | 18 (2.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 213 (95.5%) | 10 (4.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 18 (78.3%) | 5 (21.7%) |
| Total | 2,905 (96.4%) | 108 (3.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Buffalo County
According to the poverty data in Buffalo County, 4.6% or 10 single-father households and 26.0% or 113 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 households (8.6%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 90 households (35.2%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 1 (1.0%) | 19 (11.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 9 (8.6%) | 90 (35.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (25.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10 (4.6%) | 113 (26.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Buffalo County
The poverty data for Buffalo County shows that 108 of the married-couple family households (3.6%) and 123 of the single-parent households (19.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (21.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 99 household (27.5%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 75 (3.8%) | 20 (7.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 18 (2.3%) | 99 (27.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 10 (4.5%) | 4 (14.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 5 (21.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 108 (3.6%) | 123 (19.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Buffalo County
Employment by Class of Employer in Buffalo County
Among the 6,802 employed individuals in Buffalo County, private company employees (4,581 | 67.3%), self-employed (not incorporated) (625 | 9.2%), and not-for-profit organizations (501 | 7.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 4,581 | 67.3% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 301 | 4.4% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 625 | 9.2% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 501 | 7.4% |
| Local Government Employees | 440 | 6.5% |
| State Government Employees | 222 | 3.3% |
| Federal Government Employees | 109 | 1.6% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 23 | 0.3% |
| Total | 6,802 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Buffalo County
According to the labor force statistics for Buffalo County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (11,051), 64.3% or 7,106 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.3% or 163 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 92.3% or 1,432 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 12.0% or 43 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 358 (54.2%) | 43 (12.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 570 (88.5%) | 28 (5.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 605 (91.7%) | 26 (4.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 600 (91.2%) | 7 (1.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,432 (92.3%) | 11 (0.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,472 (89.5%) | 19 (1.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 881 (80.4%) | 3 (0.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 630 (58.0%) | 8 (1.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 479 (26.9%) | 20 (4.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 76 (6.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,106 (64.3%) | 163 (2.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Buffalo County
According to labor force statistics for Buffalo County, 83.9% of individuals (5,618) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (6,696) are in the labor force, with 1.3% or 73 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 91.2% or 1,278 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 1.9% or 6 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 308 (73.3%) | 8 (1.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,058 (79.7%) | 28 (1.1%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,974 (86.1%) | 32 (1.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,278 (91.2%) | 21 (1.5%) |
| Total | 5,618 (83.9%) | 87 (1.3%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Buffalo County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Buffalo County are Management (740 | 10.7%), Community & Social Service (477 | 6.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (402 | 5.8%), Business & Financial (341 | 4.9%), and Health Technologists (278 | 4.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Buffalo County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (91.3%), Computers & Mathematics (72.6%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (72.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (92.8%), Health Technologists (91.4%), and Education Instruction & Library (85.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 529 (71.5%) | 211 (28.5%) |
| Business & Financial | 125 (36.7%) | 216 (63.3%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 180 (72.3%) | 69 (27.7%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 69 (72.6%) | 26 (27.4%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 84 (91.3%) | 8 (8.7%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 27 (43.5%) | 35 (56.5%) |
| Community & Social Service | 146 (30.6%) | 331 (69.4%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 76 (51.0%) | 73 (49.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 6 (60.0%) | 4 (40.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 38 (14.6%) | 222 (85.4%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 26 (44.8%) | 32 (55.2%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 29 (7.2%) | 373 (92.8%) |
| Health Technologists | 24 (8.6%) | 254 (91.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,009 (45.7%) | 1,200 (54.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,753 (54.2%) | 3,177 (45.8%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Buffalo County are Healthcare Support (363 | 5.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (255 | 3.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (254 | 3.7%), Personal Care & Service (134 | 1.9%), and Security & Protection (40 | 0.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Buffalo County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (81.8%), Security & Protection (80.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (71.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (90.4%), Personal Care & Service (85.1%), and Food Preparation & Serving (62.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 35 (9.6%) | 328 (90.4%) |
| Security & Protection | 32 (80.0%) | 8 (20.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 5 (71.4%) | 2 (28.6%) |
| Law Enforcement | 27 (81.8%) | 6 (18.2%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 95 (37.2%) | 160 (62.7%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 152 (59.8%) | 102 (40.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 20 (14.9%) | 114 (85.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 334 (31.9%) | 712 (68.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,753 (54.2%) | 3,177 (45.8%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Buffalo County are Office & Administration (832 | 12.0%), and Sales & Related (445 | 6.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 208 (46.7%) | 237 (53.3%) |
| Office & Administration | 173 (20.8%) | 659 (79.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 381 (29.8%) | 896 (70.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,753 (54.2%) | 3,177 (45.8%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Buffalo County are Construction & Extraction (354 | 5.1%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (242 | 3.5%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (240 | 3.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 224 (92.6%) | 18 (7.4%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 351 (99.2%) | 3 (0.9%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 238 (99.2%) | 2 (0.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 813 (97.3%) | 23 (2.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,753 (54.2%) | 3,177 (45.8%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Buffalo County are Production (769 | 11.1%), Transportation (421 | 6.1%), and Material Moving (372 | 5.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 574 (74.6%) | 195 (25.4%) |
| Transportation | 412 (97.9%) | 9 (2.1%) |
| Material Moving | 230 (61.8%) | 142 (38.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,216 (77.8%) | 346 (22.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,753 (54.2%) | 3,177 (45.8%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Buffalo County
Employment Industries in Buffalo County
The major employment industries in Buffalo County include Manufacturing (1,362 | 19.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,124 | 16.2%), Retail Trade (650 | 9.4%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (634 | 9.1%), and Construction (527 | 7.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Buffalo County
The Buffalo County industries that see more men than women are Construction (96.8%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (90.0%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (88.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (86.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (85.8%), and Educational Services (68.7%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 558 (88.0%) | 76 (12.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 9 (90.0%) | 1 (10.0%) |
| Construction | 510 (96.8%) | 17 (3.2%) |
| Manufacturing | 960 (70.5%) | 402 (29.5%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 130 (79.3%) | 34 (20.7%) |
| Retail Trade | 266 (40.9%) | 384 (59.1%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 361 (68.8%) | 164 (31.2%) |
| Utilities | 66 (83.5%) | 13 (16.5%) |
| Information | 20 (52.6%) | 18 (47.4%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 34 (13.7%) | 215 (86.4%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 23 (54.8%) | 19 (45.2%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 79 (44.1%) | 100 (55.9%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 107 (62.9%) | 63 (37.1%) |
| Educational Services | 141 (31.3%) | 310 (68.7%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 160 (14.2%) | 964 (85.8%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 42 (75.0%) | 14 (25.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 116 (50.2%) | 115 (49.8%) |
| Public Administration | 74 (34.9%) | 138 (65.1%) |
| Total | 3,753 (54.2%) | 3,177 (45.8%) |
Education in Buffalo County
School Enrollment in Buffalo County
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,717 students in Buffalo County are high school (692 | 25.5%), middle school (674 | 24.8%), and elementary school (503 | 18.5%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 166 | 6.1% |
| Kindergarten | 183 | 6.7% |
| Elementary School | 503 | 18.5% |
| Middle School | 674 | 24.8% |
| High School | 692 | 25.5% |
| College / Undergraduate | 452 | 16.6% |
| Graduate / Professional | 47 | 1.7% |
| Total | 2,717 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Buffalo County
Out of a total of 2,717 students who are enrolled in schools in Buffalo County, 247 (9.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,470 (90.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 34 (35.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 211 (98.6% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 63 (64.9%) | 34 (35.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 629 (89.0%) | 78 (11.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 715 (92.6%) | 57 (7.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 486 (96.1%) | 20 (4.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 211 (98.6%) | 3 (1.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 144 (91.7%) | 13 (8.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 108 (85.7%) | 18 (14.3%) |
| 35 Years and over | 115 (83.3%) | 23 (16.7%) |
| Total | 2,470 (90.9%) | 247 (9.1%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Buffalo County
Education (583 | 26.4%), science & technology (311 | 14.1%), business (280 | 12.7%), bio, nature & agricultural (214 | 9.7%), and arts & humanities (144 | 6.5%) are the most common fields of study among 2,206 individuals in Buffalo County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 68 | 3.1% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 214 | 9.7% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 64 | 2.9% |
| Psychology | 65 | 2.9% |
| Social Sciences | 118 | 5.3% |
| Engineering | 100 | 4.5% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 7 | 0.3% |
| Science & Technology | 311 | 14.1% |
| Business | 280 | 12.7% |
| Education | 583 | 26.4% |
| Literature & Languages | 50 | 2.3% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 96 | 4.3% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 52 | 2.4% |
| Communications | 54 | 2.5% |
| Arts & Humanities | 144 | 6.5% |
| Total | 2,206 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Buffalo County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Buffalo County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Buffalo County are males with 2 vehicles (1,407, accounting for 38.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,051, making up 45.3%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 58 (1.6%) | 62 (2.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 328 (8.9%) | 445 (14.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,407 (38.4%) | 1,051 (33.8%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,103 (30.1%) | 961 (30.9%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 462 (12.6%) | 408 (13.1%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 305 (8.3%) | 182 (5.9%) |
| Total | 3,663 (100.0%) | 3,109 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Buffalo County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Buffalo County are 15 to 19 minutes (784 commuters, 12.7%), 5 to 9 minutes (740 commuters, 12.0%), and 30 to 34 minutes (734 commuters, 11.9%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 649 | 10.5% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 740 | 12.0% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 555 | 9.0% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 784 | 12.7% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 673 | 10.9% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 553 | 8.9% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 734 | 11.9% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 292 | 4.7% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 313 | 5.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 503 | 8.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 243 | 3.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 144 | 2.3% |
Commute Time by Sex in Buffalo County
The most common commute times in Buffalo County are 5 to 9 minutes (488 commuters, 14.5%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (407 commuters, 14.4%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 414 (12.3%) | 235 (8.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 488 (14.5%) | 252 (8.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 305 (9.1%) | 250 (8.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 377 (11.2%) | 407 (14.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 369 (11.0%) | 304 (10.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 289 (8.6%) | 264 (9.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 371 (11.0%) | 363 (12.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 136 (4.1%) | 156 (5.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 115 (3.4%) | 198 (7.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 258 (7.7%) | 245 (8.7%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 150 (4.5%) | 93 (3.3%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 87 (2.6%) | 57 (2.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Buffalo County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Buffalo County are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (486, 14.5%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (531, 18.8%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 377 (11.2%) | 184 (6.5%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 294 (8.7%) | 134 (4.8%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 326 (9.7%) | 170 (6.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 486 (14.5%) | 170 (6.0%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 356 (10.6%) | 288 (10.2%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 398 (11.8%) | 531 (18.8%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 365 (10.9%) | 476 (16.9%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 158 (4.7%) | 147 (5.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 61 (1.8%) | 87 (3.1%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 75 (2.2%) | 107 (3.8%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 33 (1.0%) | 80 (2.8%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 39 (1.2%) | 20 (0.7%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 230 (6.9%) | 308 (10.9%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 161 (4.8%) | 122 (4.3%) |
| Total | 3,359 (100.0%) | 2,824 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Buffalo County
Occupancy by Ownership in Buffalo County
Of the total 5,616 dwellings in Buffalo County, owner-occupied units account for 4,359 (77.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,257 (22.4%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 4,359 | 77.6% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,257 | 22.4% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 5,616 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Buffalo County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,692 | 30.1% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,317 | 41.3% |
| 3-Person Household | 608 | 10.8% |
| 4+ Person Household | 999 | 17.8% |
| Total Housing Units | 5,616 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Buffalo County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,099 (64.9%) | 593 (35.0%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,942 (83.8%) | 375 (16.2%) |
| 3-Person Household | 511 (84.1%) | 97 (16.0%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 807 (80.8%) | 192 (19.2%) |
| Total Housing Units | 4,359 (77.6%) | 1,257 (22.4%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Buffalo County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 260 (64.4%) | 144 (35.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,599 (72.5%) | 606 (27.5%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,379 (79.0%) | 367 (21.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,121 (88.9%) | 140 (11.1%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Buffalo County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 723 | 12.9% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 818 | 14.6% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 895 | 15.9% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,232 | 21.9% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,068 | 19.0% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 613 | 10.9% |
| 85 Years and Over | 267 | 4.8% |
| Total | 5,616 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Buffalo County
Median Income by Occupancy in Buffalo County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 4,359 (77.6%) | $75,088 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,257 (22.4%) | $39,688 |
| Average | 5,616 (100.0%) | $64,238 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Buffalo County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 57 (1.3%) | 34 (2.7%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 37 (0.9%) | 41 (3.3%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 77 (1.8%) | 155 (12.3%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 194 (4.4%) | 128 (10.2%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 116 (2.7%) | 49 (3.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 286 (6.6%) | 108 (8.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 543 (12.5%) | 262 (20.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 867 (19.9%) | 313 (24.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 775 (17.8%) | 89 (7.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 942 (21.6%) | 49 (3.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 465 (10.7%) | 29 (2.3%) |
| Total | 4,359 (100.0%) | 1,257 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Buffalo County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 119 (2.7%) | 106 (8.4%) |
| $300 to $499 | 550 (12.6%) | 105 (8.4%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,018 (23.4%) | 318 (25.3%) |
| $800 to $999 | 342 (7.9%) | 303 (24.1%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,175 (27.0%) | 188 (15.0%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 591 (13.6%) | 56 (4.5%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 356 (8.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 110 (2.5%) | 4 (0.3%) |
| $3,000 or more | 98 (2.2%) | 10 (0.8%) |
| Total | 4,359 (100.0%) | 1,257 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Buffalo County
Housing Structures in Buffalo County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,590 | 81.7% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 100 | 1.8% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 180 | 3.2% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 104 | 1.8% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 98 | 1.8% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 259 | 4.6% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 285 | 5.1% |
| Total | 5,616 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Buffalo County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,061 (88.5%) | 529 (11.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 18 (18.0%) | 82 (82.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 57 (31.7%) | 123 (68.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 104 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 6 (6.1%) | 92 (93.9%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 259 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 217 (76.1%) | 68 (23.9%) |
| Total | 4,359 (77.6%) | 1,257 (22.4%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Buffalo County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 6 (0.1%) | 5 (0.4%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 132 (3.0%) | 233 (18.5%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,112 (25.5%) | 522 (41.5%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,553 (35.6%) | 360 (28.6%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,556 (35.7%) | 137 (10.9%) |
| Total | 4,359 (100.0%) | 1,257 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Buffalo County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 750 (17.2%) | 332 (26.4%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 2,345 (53.8%) | 346 (27.5%) |
| Electricity | 304 (7.0%) | 404 (32.1%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 312 (7.2%) | 83 (6.6%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| All other Fuels | 640 (14.7%) | 79 (6.3%) |
| No Fuel Used | 8 (0.2%) | 11 (0.9%) |
| Total | 4,359 (100.0%) | 1,257 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Buffalo County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 64 (1.5%) | 145 (11.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 873 (20.0%) | 531 (42.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,766 (40.5%) | 397 (31.6%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,656 (38.0%) | 184 (14.6%) |
| Total | 4,359 (100.0%) | 1,257 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Buffalo County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Buffalo County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,970 | 2,389 |
| Median Property Value | $173,600 | $187,500 |
| Median Household Income | $58,750 | $293 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $578 | $91 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,826 | $19 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Buffalo County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 154 (7.8%) | 34 (1.4%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 259 (13.2%) | 226 (9.5%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,208 (61.3%) | 1,620 (67.8%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 194 (9.9%) | 433 (18.1%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 60 (3.0%) | 46 (1.9%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 20 (1.0%) | 9 (0.4%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 75 (3.8%) | 21 (0.9%) |
| Total | 1,970 (100.0%) | 2,389 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Buffalo County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 62 (3.2%) | 28 (1.2%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 236 (12.0%) | 32 (1.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 192 (9.8%) | 151 (6.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 294 (14.9%) | 94 (3.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 381 (19.3%) | 249 (10.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 310 (15.7%) | 486 (20.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 323 (16.4%) | 465 (19.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 172 (8.7%) | 619 (25.9%) |
| Total | 1,970 (100.0%) | 2,389 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Buffalo County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 646 (32.8%) | 84,646 (3,543.2%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 397 (20.2%) | 886 (37.1%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 234 (11.9%) | 631 (26.4%) |
| 4.0x or more | 672 (34.1%) | 294 (12.3%) |
| Total | 1,970 (100.0%) | 2,389 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Buffalo County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 109 (5.5%) | 1 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 190 (9.6%) | 59 (2.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,565 (79.4%) | 233 (9.8%) |
| Total | 1,970 (100.0%) | 2,389 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Buffalo County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Buffalo County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 822 (96.7%) | 28 (3.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,938 (97.3%) | 54 (2.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 740 (86.5%) | 116 (13.6%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,068 (90.1%) | 117 (9.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,422 (91.7%) | 129 (8.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,539 (94.3%) | 93 (5.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,031 (93.3%) | 145 (6.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,768 (99.7%) | 5 (0.3%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,248 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 12,576 (94.8%) | 687 (5.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Buffalo County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 822 (96.7%) | 28 (3.3%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,938 (97.3%) | 54 (2.7%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 740 (86.5%) | 116 (13.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Buffalo County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,166 (92.2%) | 98 (7.7%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,834 (93.0%) | 138 (7.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,577 (93.7%) | 174 (6.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,212 (95.1%) | 115 (4.9%) |
| $100,000 and over | 4,722 (96.7%) | 162 (3.3%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Buffalo County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 306 (36.0%) | 543 (63.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 551 (27.7%) | 1,532 (76.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 112 (13.1%) | 665 (77.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 162 (13.7%) | 942 (79.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 273 (17.6%) | 1,180 (76.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 251 (15.4%) | 1,352 (82.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 432 (19.9%) | 1,709 (78.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,727 (97.4%) | 1,142 (64.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,243 (99.6%) | 899 (72.0%) |
| Total | 5,057 (38.1%) | 9,964 (75.1%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Buffalo County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 4 (1.2%) | 2 (0.6%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 57 (6.0%) | 30 (2.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 92 (7.9%) | 80 (7.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 300 (10.9%) | 302 (11.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 300 (31.3%) | 202 (24.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 280 (50.3%) | 233 (33.7%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Buffalo County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 4 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 21 (1.8%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 80 (2.9%) | 50 (1.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 180 (18.8%) | 21 (2.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 211 (37.9%) | 115 (16.6%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.6%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 2 (0.2%) | 6 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 8 (0.7%) | 11 (1.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 56 (2.0%) | 35 (1.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 35 (3.6%) | 39 (4.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 34 (6.1%) | 40 (5.8%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 52 (5.4%) | 20 (1.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 52 (4.5%) | 71 (6.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 90 (3.3%) | 85 (3.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 45 (4.7%) | 38 (4.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 42 (7.5%) | 32 (4.6%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 3 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 19 (1.6%) | 13 (1.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 184 (6.7%) | 188 (7.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 121 (12.6%) | 160 (19.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 116 (20.8%) | 130 (18.8%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 4 (0.4%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 12 (1.0%) | 13 (1.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 49 (1.8%) | 56 (2.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 26 (2.7%) | 7 (0.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 42 (7.5%) | 47 (6.8%) |
Technology Access in Buffalo County
Computing Device Access in Buffalo County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 3,983 | 70.9% |
| Smartphone | 4,351 | 77.5% |
| Tablet | 2,891 | 51.5% |
| No Computing Device | 572 | 10.2% |
| Total | 5,616 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Buffalo County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 29 | 0.5% |
| Broadband Home | 3,544 | 63.1% |
| Cellular Data Only | 743 | 13.2% |
| Satellite Internet | 639 | 11.4% |
| No Internet | 767 | 13.7% |
| Total | 5,616 | 100.0% |
Buffalo County Summary
Buffalo County is located in the western part of Wisconsin, and is part of the La Crosse-Eau Claire metropolitan area. It is bordered by Trempealeau County to the north, Jackson County to the east, La Crosse County to the south, and Winona County, Minnesota to the west. The county seat is Alma, and the largest city is Mondovi.
History
Buffalo County was established in 1853, and was named after the Buffalo River, which flows through the county. The first settlers arrived in the area in the early 1840s, and the county was organized in 1853. The first county seat was located in Fountain City, but was moved to Alma in 1854.
The county was largely agricultural in the 19th century, with the main crops being wheat, oats, and corn. The county also had a thriving lumber industry, with several sawmills located in the area.
Geography
Buffalo County is located in the western part of Wisconsin, and is part of the La Crosse-Eau Claire metropolitan area. It is bordered by Trempealeau County to the north, Jackson County to the east, La Crosse County to the south, and Winona County, Minnesota to the west. The county has a total area of 545 square miles, of which 543 square miles is land and 2 square miles is water.
The county is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern and western parts. The Buffalo River flows through the county, and there are several small lakes and ponds scattered throughout the area.
Economy
The economy of Buffalo County is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The main crops grown in the county are corn, soybeans, and hay. There are also several dairy farms in the area.
Manufacturing is also an important part of the economy, with several companies located in the county. These include a paper mill, a cheese factory, and a plastics factory.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 13,937 people, 5,541 households, and 3,717 families living in the county. The population density was 25.7 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 97.2% White, 0.5% Black or African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races.
The median income for a household in the county was $45,945, and the median income for a family was $54,945. The per capita income for the county was $21,945. About 8.2% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Buffalo County?
Total Population of Buffalo County is 13,329.
What is the Total Male Population of Buffalo County?
Total Male Population of Buffalo County is 6,755.
What is the Total Female Population of Buffalo County?
Total Female Population of Buffalo County is 6,574.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Buffalo County?
There are 102.75 Males per 100 Females in Buffalo County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Buffalo County?
There are 97.32 Females per 100 Males in Buffalo County.
What is the Median Population Age in Buffalo County?
Median Population Age in Buffalo County is 46.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Buffalo County
Average Family Size in Buffalo County is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Buffalo County
Average Household Size in Buffalo County is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Buffalo County?
Per Capita income in Buffalo County is $34,866.
What is the Median Family Income in Buffalo County?
Median Family Income in Buffalo County is $80,859.
What is the Median Household income in Buffalo County?
Median Household Income in Buffalo County is $64,238.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Buffalo County?
Income or Wage Gap in Buffalo County is 30.9%.
Women in Buffalo County earn 69.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Buffalo County?
Family Income Deficit in Buffalo County is $6,525.
Families that are below poverty line in Buffalo County earn $6,525 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Buffalo County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Buffalo County is 0.39.
How Large is the Labor Force in Buffalo County?
There are 7,106 People in the Labor Forcein in Buffalo County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Buffalo County?
64.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Buffalo County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Buffalo County?
Unemployment Rate in Buffalo County is 2.3%.