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Population Review

Buffalo city, NY — Population & Demographics

Buffalo city, NY has a population of 276,397. The median household income is $48,050 and the median age is 34.3.

276,397

Population

$48,050

Median Income

$152,300

Median Home Value

34.3

Median Age

Race & Ethnicity

White45.4%
Black or African American32.9%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.6%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$48,050

Median Household Income

$30,995

Per Capita Income

22.3%

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$152,300

Median Home Value

$989

Median Rent

42.7%

Owner-Occupied

Education

86.6%

High School+

30.3%

Bachelor's+

Commute

8.5%

Drive Alone

9.6%

Work From Home

19.9 min

Avg Commute

Frequently Asked Questions

Buffalo city, NY has a population of 276,397 according to Census ACS 2023 data.

The median household income in Buffalo city, NY is $48,050, with 22.3% living below the poverty level.

The median home value in Buffalo city, NY is $152,300, with median rent at $989.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.