Apartments for rent in Buffalo, IA

Buffalo, Iowa is a small town with slightly less than 2,000 residents. At an average age of just under 40, the town's population skews younger than most cities in Iowa. Renters tend to be in the minority in Buffalo, and 95% of residents own their homes. With a relatively low average rent of $608 per month in the town, renting remains an affordable option, particularly compared to other cities in Iowa. Each month, renters in Buffalo will save around $201 compared to the state average.

Buffalo has an average commute time of about 24 minutes. Driving is the most common mode of getting to work, selected by 44% of residents, while public transportation isn't used. Walking isn't a common method of commuting to work.

There are three primary industries in Buffalo: manufacturing, construction, and healthcare. Combined, these industries make up 22% of the workforce in the town. Meanwhile, looking at job function, 8% of residents work in management, making it the top career path in the town. With an average annual income of around $91K, Buffalo workers bring in around $23,000 more than the average Iowa resident. The town's average income also compares favorably to the national average ($73,345). Buffalo has a high number of residents over the age of 25 who have advanced degrees compared to the Iowa average, as 8% have earned a Master's or a Doctoral degree. Further, 10% have earned a Bachelor's degree.