Buffalo, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Buffalo, Indiana
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Location of Buffalo in White County, Indiana.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | White |
| Township | Liberty |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.54 sq mi (6.57 km2) |
| • Land | 2.37 sq mi (6.14 km2) |
| • Water | 0.17 sq mi (0.43 km2) |
| Elevation | 666 ft (203 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 619 |
| • Density | 260.96/sq mi (100.77/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47925 & 47960
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| Area code(s) | 574 |
| FIPS code | 18-08992 |
| GNIS feature ID | 431770 |
Buffalo is a small community in the state of Indiana, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it is an area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for gathering statistics. Buffalo is located in Liberty Township, which is part of White County. In 2020, about 619 people lived there.
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A Look Back at Buffalo's History
Buffalo was officially planned out in 1886. This process is called "platting." It means creating a map of the land, showing streets and building lots. The community was named after Buffalo, New York. An early settler who came from New York chose the name. Buffalo has had its own post office since 1851.
Where is Buffalo Located?
Buffalo is found in the state of Indiana. Its exact location is at 40.885501 degrees north latitude and -86.740858 degrees west longitude.
Land and Water Area
According to the United States Census Bureau, Buffalo covers a total area of about 2.5 square miles (6.6 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 2.4 square miles (6.2 square kilometers), is land. The remaining part, about 0.2 square miles (0.4 square kilometers), is water.
Who Lives in Buffalo?
This section shares information about the people living in Buffalo. It is often called "demographics."
Population Numbers
The population of Buffalo was counted in the 2020 United States Census.
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| 2020 | 619 | — | |
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In 2020, the population of Buffalo was 619 people. This shows how many residents were living in the area at that time.
See also
In Spanish: Buffalo (Indiana) para niños
