History
Buffalo was platted in 1856, and named after nearby Buffalo Lake. A post office has been in operation at Buffalo since 1856. A mass shooting and bombing occurred at Allina Health's Buffalo Crossroads medical clinic on February 9, 2021. Five people were shot and one woman died.Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of ; is land and is water. The city is home to many lakes, namely Buffalo Lake andClimate
In Buffalo, the summers are long and warm, while the winters are windy and freezing. Over the entire year, temperature varies from 7°F - 82°F. Don’t expect temperatures below -15°F or above 90°F. The windiest parts of the year last around 8.3 months, starting in September, with an average of 10.3 miles per hour.Demographics
As of 2000 the median income for a household in the city was $49,573, and the median income for a family was $59,250. Males had a median income of $39,960 versus $27,793 for females. The per capita income for the city was $21,424. About 4.6% of families and 5.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.0% of those under age 18 and 5.1% of those age 65 or over.2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 15,453 people, 5,699 households, and 3,970 families residing in the city. The population density was . There were 6,044 housing units at an average density of . The racial makeup of the city was 95.1% White, 0.8% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.9% Asian, 0.7% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.8% of the population. There were 5,699 households, of which 41.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.3% wereArts and culture
Buffalo offers a relatively large and vibrant arts scene for the town's size. The Buffalo Community Theater is a local organization that has been producing plays since 1986. The Buffalo Community Orchestra is another popular artistic outlet. The orchestra has been part of the Buffalo community since 1995, and has over 50 members. The orchestra is well known for the 'Concert in the Park' series they put on every summer for free to community members. The orchestra is also funded by business and residents of Buffalo and the surrounding area. Also in the area, are the Wright County Chamber Chorus, and the Wright Ringers bell choir. Buffalo is also home to many antique shopGovernment
Education
The local school district is named Buffalo–Hanover–Montrose Schools. It is composed of schools within the city of Buffalo, and local towns of Hanover and Montrose. There are six elementary schools, which include Discovery Center, Northwinds Elementary, Parkside Elementary, Tatanka Elementary, Hanover Elementary, and Montrose Elementary. There is one middle schoolMedia
KRWC 1360 AM has been serving Buffalo and the Wright County area since 1971, and is located just outside city limits. They provide local and national news, as well as broadcasting high school sports for Buffalo and surrounding communities. They also air oldies, as well as classic and contemporary country music. Buffalo also has two local newspapers, The Drummer and The Wright County Journal Press.References
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