Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.22 |
| Below Poverty | 17.9% ▲ 79% above avg |
| College Grads | 47.7% ▲ 23% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.6% ▲ 15% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 8,677 (2.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 94,590 (25.1%) |
| Some College | 42,861 (11.4%) |
| Associates | 49,708 (13.2%) |
| Bachelors | 44,795 (11.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 135,703 (36.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,542 ▼ 17% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $198,536 ▼ 29% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,060/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 278,132 |
| Vacant Units | 23,234 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Buffalo is a city in New York, located in Erie County. The city spans 44 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 586,209 residents. It is a middle-aged city, with a median age of 38.04 years.
Economically, Buffalo is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $63,542 is below the national average. Approximately 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 5.6%, above the national average.
The real estate market in Buffalo is an affordable housing market. Median home values stand at $198,536, which is below the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,059 per month.
The population of Buffalo is well-educated. 47.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — above the national average. The community is majority White (62.05%).
Buffalo, NY offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within New York. Spread across 44 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14201 | 12,545 | $34,204 | $327,900 | $953 | 8.3% | 49.0% | 20.2% |
| 14202 | 3,764 | $47,990 | $495,800 | $709 | 6.1% | 55.4% | 24.5% |
| 14203 | 2,526 | $48,529 | — | $1,167 | 3.3% | 54.6% | 2.6% |
| 14204 | 7,748 | $26,000 | $151,700 | $814 | 9.8% | 30.5% | 29.9% |
| 14206 | 22,427 | $46,842 | $111,600 | $886 | 9.0% | 31.5% | 61.5% |
| 14207 | 25,731 | $38,951 | $111,200 | $943 | 7.4% | 31.0% | 34.0% |
| 14208 | 12,731 | $46,940 | $118,900 | $932 | 8.0% | 34.9% | 54.7% |
| 14209 | 8,373 | $49,359 | $408,600 | $1,025 | 6.1% | 58.8% | 34.1% |
| 14210 | 15,454 | $51,059 | $124,300 | $925 | 7.6% | 31.5% | 45.8% |
| 14211 | 23,951 | $34,490 | $91,600 | $1,008 | 9.1% | 28.1% | 44.7% |
| 14212 | 13,603 | $35,517 | $89,900 | $829 | 10.6% | 23.2% | 52.5% |
| 14213 | 23,072 | $52,597 | $192,300 | $1,059 | 6.0% | 44.5% | 37.4% |
| 14214 | 21,162 | $56,573 | $234,600 | $1,072 | 4.8% | 57.4% | 42.8% |
| 14215 | 42,813 | $43,326 | $102,800 | $993 | 7.8% | 35.9% | 47.7% |
| 14216 | 23,221 | $70,260 | $260,700 | $1,152 | 3.8% | 63.2% | 46.3% |
| 14217 | 22,566 | $72,205 | $193,200 | $970 | 5.5% | 55.5% | 67.1% |
| 14218 | 20,661 | $50,484 | $135,000 | $829 | 5.3% | 34.4% | 55.2% |
| 14219 | 10,894 | $75,465 | $181,800 | $928 | 7.7% | 39.7% | 74.6% |
| 14220 | 23,786 | $68,337 | $180,200 | $974 | 7.0% | 42.4% | 71.7% |
| 14221 | 55,153 | $101,275 | $298,500 | $1,560 | 2.7% | 65.8% | 74.2% |
| 14222 | 15,440 | $83,692 | $408,100 | $1,168 | 4.6% | 67.7% | 38.1% |
| 14223 | 22,363 | $83,528 | $202,200 | $976 | 2.3% | 56.4% | 81.0% |
| 14224 | 41,101 | $76,250 | $219,800 | $1,077 | 4.8% | 49.8% | 76.0% |
| 14225 | 33,801 | $65,562 | $154,500 | $937 | 4.2% | 42.4% | 73.4% |
| 14226 | 29,482 | $83,023 | $237,500 | $1,093 | 2.3% | 67.3% | 72.4% |
| 14227 | 21,669 | $67,349 | $190,400 | $1,084 | 4.0% | 38.2% | 66.1% |
| 14228 | 24,345 | $72,426 | $246,100 | $1,264 | 6.7% | 59.4% | 54.1% |