Buffalo

MN

Wright County, Minnesota

Population 148K |Median income $107,209 |3 hospitals

Population
148,269
Wright County
Median Income
$107,209
+58% vs avg
Median Home Value
$358,900
+58% vs avg
Median Age
37.6
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
148K+18%
Median Income
$107,209+50%
Median Home Value
$358,900+84%
Poverty Rate
5.2%-20%
Unemployment
2.7%-60%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,288/mo
Poverty Rate
5.2% -63% vs avg
Unemployment 2.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 34.4%
Work From Home 15%
Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 88.6%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.7%
African American 2.3%
Asian 1.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
35.4%
Short Sleep Duration
31.3%
High Blood Pressure
30.8%
Physical Inactivity
20.3%
Binge Drinking
19.7%
Frequent Mental Distress
15.2%
Current Smoking
12.8%
Frequent Physical Distress
10.7%
Current Asthma
10%
Diabetes
9.2%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 69.1%
Annual Checkup 74.9%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
6.8%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.2%
Stroke
2.7%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
1
★★★★
0
★★★
0
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
5/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
0
BUFFALO HOSPITAL
BUFFALO · Acute Care Hospitals
★★★★★

Alerts & News — Buffalo Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Lake Superior Near Minnesota and Wisconsin

NOAA · 13h ago
Weather Alerts high

Storm Warning and Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN

NOAA · 13h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray and Storm Warning Issued for Grand Portage to Grand Marais, MN

NOAA · 1d ago
Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Twin Cities, MN Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts

Yellow Freezing Rain Warning Issued for Buffalo Narrows and Peter Pond Lake

ECCC · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Sibley and Barron Counties Until Monday Morning

NOAA · 4d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Buffalo, MN? ▼
Buffalo, MN has a population of 148,269 people, located in Wright County, Minnesota.
What is the median household income in Buffalo? ▼
The median household income in Buffalo, MN is $107,209 per year. The poverty rate is 5.2%.
What is the median home value in Buffalo? ▼
The median home value in Buffalo, MN is $358,900. Median rent is $1,288/month.
What are the top health concerns in Buffalo? ▼
The top health indicators in Buffalo include Obesity (35.4%), Short Sleep Duration (31.3%), High Blood Pressure (30.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Buffalo? ▼
Buffalo has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 5/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Buffalo? ▼
The median age in Buffalo, MN is 37.6 years. 34.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Buffalo, MN is located in Wright County, Minnesota. With a population of 148K and a median household income of $107,209, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Buffalo area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Wright County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.