Buffalo, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,090 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$74,773 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$120,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$404 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$613 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Scott County
5
Davenport-Moline-Rock Island Metro Area
4
Iowa
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Scott County
6
Davenport-Moline-Rock Island Metro Area
5
Iowa
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 23
Feb 1 6 27
Mar 3 3 39
Apr 3 1 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 2 1 40
Dec 2 8 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 58%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 6%

Schools

Buffalo Elementary School
3 miles, SE 4.6 star
Andalusia Elem School
3 miles, SE 1.9 star
Blue Grass Elementary School
4 miles, NE 4.6 star
Rockridge Jr High School
5 miles, S 1.4 star

Colleges

Palmer College of Chiropractic
11 miles, E 1.9 star
Saint Ambrose University
11 miles, E 2.8 star

Hospitals

Trinity-Rock Island
10 miles, E 3.2 star
Genesis Medical Center-Davenport
12 miles, E 3.2 star
Trinity Muscatine
15 miles, W 4.1 star
Trinity-Bettendorf
15 miles, E 4.1 star

Airports

Quad City International Airport
14 miles, SE 1.4 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
57 miles, NW 1.4 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
65 miles, NE 1 star