Buffalo
6.2
High score (8-10)
Buffalo County sits along the Mississippi River in western Wisconsin and has one of the smallest county populations in the state — about 13,000 people. The economy is agricultural and the population has been declining for decades. Alma is the county seat with a few hundred residents. There is no social infrastructure here for an outsider.
Mid score (6-8) · Your profile
Buffalo County sits along the Mississippi River bluffs in western Wisconsin with some of the most dramatic Driftless Area scenery in the state. Alma is a tiny river town with a few hundred residents. The area draws some cyclists on the Great River Road. But the permanent population is tiny and the social scene is entirely local-family-based.
Lower score (below 6)
Buffalo County is one of the lowest-population counties in Wisconsin — about 13,000 people on agricultural land along the Mississippi River. There is no university, no economic anchor, no urban center. The social scene is entirely intergenerational local family networks with no entry points for outsiders. Population has been declining for decades.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the median income in Buffalo, Wisconsin?
$94k median
What's the typical marriage age for women in Buffalo, Wisconsin?
Women marry at 30
How common is a college degree in Buffalo, Wisconsin?
40% men have degree
What's the average male height in Buffalo, Wisconsin?
176 cm local avg
What's the average BMI for women in Buffalo, Wisconsin?
Local women avg 30.0