Buffalo, New York

Buffalo: The second most populous city in New York. It is located on the eastern shore of Lake Erie. Buffalo is known for its chicken wings, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Buffalo Zoo and the Albright-Knox Art Gallery.

About

Buffalo is a city located in the county of Erie in the U.S. state of New York. Its population at the 2010 census was 261,310 and a population density of 1,922 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 254,479 inhabitants.

The city was created 192 years ago in 1831.

Buffalo is a city located in western New York on the shores of Lake Erie near Niagara Falls. With a metro population of 1.1 million, it is the second largest city in New York after NYC.

History and Origins

Buffalo originated as a trading post in the 1780s. Its strategic location fueled growth into a manufacturing powerhouse.

Key historical facts:

  • Originated as a stop on trade routes near the Buffalo River
  • Became a major railroad hub in the mid-1800s
  • Grew rapidly as a industrial center including iron, steel, and grain milling
  • Hit hard by decline of U.S. manufacturing starting in the 1960s

Economy and Major Industries

While no longer a manufacturing hub, major sectors today include healthcare, education, tourism, corporate services, and manufacturing. Top employers are:

  • Kaleida Health
  • M&T Bank
  • Catholic Health System
  • University at Buffalo
  • Rich Products Corporation

Attractions and Things to Do

Popular sites include:

  • Niagara Falls, Canada just 30 minutes away
  • Architecture tours showcasing beautiful buildings
  • Botanical Gardens and nature preserves
  • Professional sports teams like the Buffalo Bills and Sabres
  • Excellent museums such as the Albright-Knox Art Gallery

Buffalo is a historic, cultural destination undergoing an economic and tourism resurgence.

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Location of Buffalo on New York map.

Quick Facts about Buffalo

Population : 254,479 (2020)
Country : United States of America
State : New York (United States)
County : Erie County
Postal code : 14201–14280
Phone Area Codes : 716
Area : 135.96 km2
Official name : Buffalo
Altitude : 600 feet / 183 meters
Capital city : Buffalo is capital of Erie County
Establishment : January 01, 1832 (192 years ago)
Time Zone : Eastern Time Zone
Local time : 22:32:07 (8th November 2024)
Density : 1,872 Pop. per km² as of 2020
Population growth : -2.68% (2010-2020)
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Geography

Buffalo is located at 42°53'11"N 78°52'42"W (42.8864500, -78.8783700).

Buffalo map

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Demographics

According to census records, the population of Buffalo decreased by 2.68% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
2010 261,310 - census
2011 260,701 -0.23% estimation process
2012 260,155 -0.21% estimation process
2013 260,013 -0.05% estimation process
2014 259,548 -0.18% estimation process
2015 258,165 -0.54% estimation process
2016 256,816 -0.53% estimation process
2017 256,301 -0.2% estimation process
2018 255,781 -0.2% estimation process
2019 255,284 -0.19% estimation process
2020 254,479 -0.32% estimation process

Buffalo zip code is 14201. County name: Erie, County fips: 36029

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Best Things to Do in Buffalo

1 The Buffalo Zoo

Rating: 4.3 (5035)

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The Buffalo Zoo

2 Delaware Park

Rating: 4.7 (4447)

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Delaware Park

3 Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

Rating: 4.6 (2693)

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Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

4 Buffalo Museum of Science

Rating: 4.6 (2095)

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Buffalo Museum of Science

5 MLK Jr. Park

Rating: 4.4 (1695)

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MLK Jr. Park

Where ot Eat in Buffalo

1 Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino

Rating: 3.8 (4240)

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Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino

2 Dave & Buster's

Rating: 4.2 (2186)

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Dave & Buster's

3 Denny's

Rating: 3.9 (2003)

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Denny's

4 TGI Fridays

Rating: 3.4 (1013)

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TGI Fridays

5 Burger King

Rating: 3.8 (851)

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Burger King

Where to Stay in Buffalo

1 Hyatt Regency Buffalo / Hotel And Conference Center

Rating: 4.2 (2072)

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Hyatt Regency Buffalo / Hotel And Conference Center

2 Embassy Suites by Hilton Buffalo

Rating: 4.3 (1372)

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Embassy Suites by Hilton Buffalo

3 Hilton Garden Inn Buffalo Downtown

Rating: 4.2 (862)

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Hilton Garden Inn Buffalo Downtown

4 Buffalo Marriott at LECOM HARBORCENTER

Rating: 4.6 (850)

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Buffalo Marriott at LECOM HARBORCENTER

5 Hampton Inn & Suites Buffalo Downtown

Rating: 4.3 (790)

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Hampton Inn & Suites Buffalo Downtown

Other Places in Buffalo

1 US Alcohol Tobacco & Firearms

Rating: 2 (2)

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2 Western New York Milk Marketing Area

535 Washington St, Buffalo, NY 14203, United States ➦ Show Map

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Western New York Milk Marketing Area

3 Erie County Legislature

92 Franklin St # 4, Buffalo, NY 14202, United States ➦ Show Map

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Erie County Legislature

4 US Commerce Department

130 S Elmwood Ave # 530, Buffalo, NY 14202, United States ➦ Show Map

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US Commerce Department

5 Erie County Weights & Measures

2380 Clinton St, Buffalo, NY 14227, United States ➦ Show Map

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6 Erie County Environment & Plan

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People born in Buffalo (200)

People born in Buffalo, including physicist Robert W. Boyd, professional wrestler Lex Luger, businessman George A. Hormel, .

List

  • William Sadler (American actor) he was born in 13/04/1950
  • Patrick Kaleta (American ice hockey player) he was born in 08/06/1986
  • Chad Michael Murray (American actor and model) he was born in 24/08/1981
  • David Boreanaz (American actor, famous for Angel and Buffy) he was born in 16/05/1969
  • Christine Baranski (American stage and screen actress) she was born in 02/05/1952
  • Ani Di Franco (American singer-songwriter) she was born in 23/09/1970
  • Frances Cleveland (First Lady of the United States (1864-1947)) she was born in 21/07/1864
  • Nancy Kress (American science fiction writer) she was born in 20/01/1948
  • Kristen Pfaff (American musician and singer) she was born in 26/05/1967
  • Marcus Foligno (American-born Canadian ice hockey player) he was born in 10/08/1991
  • Rick James (American singer, songwriter, dancer, bandleader and record producer dancer) he was born in 01/02/1948
  • Rose Cleveland (First Lady of United States (1846-1918)) she was born in 13/06/1846
  • Nancy Marchand (American actress) she was born in 19/06/1928
  • Carol Mann (Professional golfer (1941-2018)) she was born in 03/02/1941
  • Andy Kulberg (American musician) he was born in 30/04/1944
  • Donald Walter Trautman (Catholic bishop) he was born in 24/06/1936
  • Aaron Miller (American ice hockey player) he was born in 11/08/1971
  • Rob Barrett (American musician) he was born in 29/01/1969

Schools in Buffalo

College & universities near Buffalo, NY

Code Name City ZIP
189583 Bryant & Stratton College-Buffalo Buffalo (NY) 14203
191083 Erie Community College Buffalo (NY) 14203-2698
190716 D'Youville College Buffalo (NY) 14201-1084
375106 National Tractor Trailer School Inc-Buffalo Buffalo (NY) 14210-2007
196130 SUNY Buffalo State Buffalo (NY) 14222

Stations (7)

Amtrak & bus stations near Buffalo, NY

Code Name Address Type
BFX Buffalo–Exchange Street 75 Exchange Street RAIL
BUF Buffalo–Depew station 55 Dick Road RAIL
NFL Niagara Falls Station and Customhouse Interpretive Center 27th St. and Lockport Rd. RAIL
DUK Dunkirk, New York 411 Central Ave. BUS
FDN Fredonia, New York 1 State University of New York BUS

Post offices near Buffalo

Post Office Name City ZIP
Niagara Squar Post Office Buffalo (NY) 14202
Ell Post Office Buffalo (NY) 14203
Broadway Buffal Post Office Buffalo (NY) 14212
Buffal Post Office Buffalo (NY) 14240
Eastside Carrier Annex Post Office Buffalo (NY) 14240

Other places with the same name (15)

Other cities in Erie County

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Erie County , NY. (more)

City Name Population Title
Amherst 120,809 Town in New York, United States
Cheektowaga 85,452 Town in Erie County, New York, United States
Hamburg 58,800 Town in Erie County, New York, United States
West Seneca 45,117 Town in Erie County, New York
Brighton 35,776 Town in Monroe County, New York, USA
Clarence 33,026 Town in Erie County, New York, United States
Grand Island 21,767 Town in New York
Lackawanna 17,632 City in New York, USA
Kenmore 14,947 City in Erie County, New York, United States of America
Depew 14,940 City in Creek County, Oklahoma, United States of America
Tonawanda 14,755 City in the state of New York, USA
Elma 11,752 City in New York, United States of America
Lancaster 10,064 Town in Erie County, New York
Alden 9,911 City in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States of America
Ellicott 8,223 City in Chautauqua County, New York, United States of America
Boston 8,069 Town in New York, USA

Distance to Other Cities

Buffalo distances to largest New York cities