Buffalo, TX

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 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,804 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,428 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$62,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$324 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$609 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Leon County
3
Texas
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Leon County
3
Texas
5
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (71%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 0 47
Feb 4 0 50
Mar 4 0 57
Apr 3 0 65
May 4 0 73
Jun 4 0 80
Jul 3 0 84
Aug 3 0 84
Sep 3 0 77
Oct 5 0 67
Nov 4 0 57
Dec 4 0 48

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Buffalo Jh
<1 miles, NW · 3.7star
Buffalo Hs
<1 miles, N · 4.1star
Buffalo El
1 miles, E
Dew El
10 miles, N · 3.2star

Colleges

Navarro College
50 miles, N · 1.4star
Trinity Valley Community College
52 miles, NE · 1.4star
Jacksonville College-Main Campus
58 miles, E · 1.4star

Hospitals

Freestone Medical Center
19 miles, N · 3.2star
Parkview Regional Hospital
29 miles, NW · 3.2star

Airports

Easterwood Field
63 miles, SW · 1star
Waco Regional Airport
69 miles, NW · 1star
Tyler Pounds Regional Airport
73 miles, NE · 1star
East Texas Regional Airport
102 miles, E · 1star