Buffalo

NY

Erie County, New York

Population 951K |Median income $72,839 |10 hospitals

Population
950,622
Erie County
Median Income
$72,839
+7% vs avg
Median Home Value
$233,800
+3% vs avg
Median Age
40.4
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
951K+3%
Median Income
$72,839+44%
Median Home Value
$233,800+88%
Poverty Rate
13.9%-5%
Unemployment
4.9%-43%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,090/mo
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Unemployment 4.9%
Bachelor's Degree+ 38%
Work From Home 12.9%
Public Transit 2.8%

Population

White 73.5%
African American 12.5%
Asian 4.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
37.4%
High Blood Pressure
33%
Obesity
32.8%
Physical Inactivity
24.8%
Binge Drinking
17.4%
Frequent Mental Distress
16%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.1%
Current Smoking
12.4%
Current Asthma
11.5%
Diabetes
10.8%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 82.9%
Dental Visit 64.4%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease
6.5%
Lack of Health Insurance
5.9%
Stroke
3.4%

Hospitals 10 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
★★★
2
★★
4
★
0
Average Rating
2.6/5
Total Hospitals
10
With ER
7
UPSTATE NEW YORK VA HEALTHCARE SYSTEM (WESTERN NY VA HEALTHCARE SYSTEM)
BUFFALO · Acute Care - Veterans Administration · ER
★★★★☆
KALEIDA HEALTH
BUFFALO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
SISTERS OF CHARITY HOSPITAL
BUFFALO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
KENMORE MERCY HOSPITAL
KENMORE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
BERTRAND CHAFFEE HOSPITAL
SPRINGVILLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
ERIE COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER
BUFFALO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
MERCY HOSPITAL OF BUFFALO
BUFFALO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Buffalo Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Flood Warning Issued for Tioughnioga River at Cortland Through Wednesday Evening

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts

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

ECCC · 2d ago
FDA Recalls

Olympus Recalls ShockPulse-SE Lithotripsy Systems Due to Mis-wired Components

FDA · 3d ago
FDA Recalls

Bader Enterprises, Inc. Recalls Premium Food Bubble Gum Over Undeclared Colors

FDA · 4d ago
FDA Recalls

Bader Enterprises Recalls Premium Food Jordan Almonds Over Undeclared Wheat and Colors

FDA · 4d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Buffalo, NY? ▼
Buffalo, NY has a population of 950,622 people, located in Erie County, New York.
What is the median household income in Buffalo? ▼
The median household income in Buffalo, NY is $72,839 per year. The poverty rate is 13.9%.
What is the median home value in Buffalo? ▼
The median home value in Buffalo, NY is $233,800. Median rent is $1,090/month.
What are the top health concerns in Buffalo? ▼
The top health indicators in Buffalo include Short Sleep Duration (37.4%), High Blood Pressure (33%), Obesity (32.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Buffalo? ▼
Buffalo has 10 hospitals with an average rating of 2.6/5 stars. 7 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Buffalo? ▼
The median age in Buffalo, NY is 40.4 years. 38% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Buffalo, NY is located in Erie County, New York. With a population of 951K and a median household income of $72,839, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 10 hospitals with an average rating of 2.6/5 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 (Erie 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.