Buffalo City, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Buffalo City, Wisconsin
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City Hall building
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Location of Buffalo City in Buffalo County, Wisconsin.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Buffalo |
| Chartered | 1859 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.00 sq mi (10.35 km2) |
| • Land | 1.64 sq mi (4.26 km2) |
| • Water | 2.35 sq mi (6.09 km2) |
| Elevation | 669 ft (204 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 1,023 |
| • Estimate
(2019)
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954 |
| • Density | 580.29/sq mi (224.11/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 55-11062 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1562364 |
| Website | Buffalo City |
Buffalo City is a small city located in Buffalo County, in the state of Wisconsin in the United States. In 2010, about 1,023 people lived there.
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History of Buffalo City
Buffalo City got its name a long time ago. It might have come from a place where people raised buffalo animals. The city officially became a city in 1859. At that time, it was the only city in Buffalo County.
Some people think the town was named after three brothers. They reportedly raised buffalo on a high area overlooking the city.
Where is Buffalo City Located?
Buffalo City is found at 44°13′59″N 91°51′44″W / 44.23306°N 91.86222°W.
The United States Census Bureau says the city covers about 6.04 square miles (15.64 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 3.93 square miles (10.18 square kilometers), is water. The rest, about 2.11 square miles (5.46 square kilometers), is land.
The city is located west of Cochrane, Wisconsin. It sits right on the shore of Spring Lake. This lake is a calm backwater area of the big Mississippi River.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 184 | — | |
| 1870 | 268 | 45.7% | |
| 1880 | 248 | −7.5% | |
| 1890 | 223 | −10.1% | |
| 1900 | 254 | 13.9% | |
| 1910 | 255 | 0.4% | |
| 1920 | 286 | 12.2% | |
| 1930 | 261 | −8.7% | |
| 1940 | 293 | 12.3% | |
| 1950 | 319 | 8.9% | |
| 1960 | 484 | 51.7% | |
| 1970 | 671 | 38.6% | |
| 1980 | 894 | 33.2% | |
| 1990 | 915 | 2.3% | |
| 2000 | 1,040 | 13.7% | |
| 2010 | 1,023 | −1.6% | |
| 2019 (est.) | 954 | −6.7% | |
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What the 2010 Census Showed
In 2010, the census counted 1,023 people living in Buffalo City. There were 464 households and 312 families. The city had about 484.8 people per square mile (187.2 people per square kilometer) of land.
Most of the people living there were White (98.4%). A small number were from other racial backgrounds. About 0.4% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
- 22.4% of households had children under 18.
- 57.8% were married couples living together.
- The average household had 2.20 people.
- The average family had 2.60 people.
The average age in the city was 49.3 years old. About 17.3% of residents were under 18. About 22.7% were 65 years old or older. The population was almost evenly split between males (49.8%) and females (50.2%).
Education in Buffalo City
Students in Buffalo City attend schools that are part of the Cochrane-Fountain City School District.
Interesting Places to See
Buffalo City has some unique landmarks. One is the original Buffalo County Jail. It was built in 1862 and is now part of the city's park. You can find it between 10th and 12th streets.
Another interesting sight is a large Viking statue. This statue is located at the corner of River Road and W 17th Street.
See also
In Spanish: Buffalo City (Wisconsin) para niños
