Economy & Jobs — Buffalo, Missouri
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $39,896 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$37,200 |
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| Per Capita Income | $28,895 |
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| Poverty Rate | 22.3% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 7.5% |
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| In Labor Force | 1,310 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 38.8% |
| Professional | 15.6% |
| Transportation | 11.7% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Fast Food | 10 |
| Gas Stations | 9 |
| Auto Repair | 8 |
| Commercial Banks | 6 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 6 |
| Insurance Agencies | 5 |
| Law Offices | 4 |
| Grocery Stores | 3 |
| General Merchandise | 3 |
| Nursing Care | 3 |
| Child Day Care | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
