“Organized in 1858.” Does that simple phrase pique your interest about Buffalo Township? It should. We are standing at the edge of something special. Buffalo Township in Wright County Minnesota holds stories within its square miles.
Buffalo Township got its name from Buffalo Lake. The township spans 29.3 square miles. A bit over 10% of Buffalo Township is water. That is roughly 3.0 square miles. The remaining 26.2 square miles is land.
Imagine the year 2000. Nearly two thousand people called Buffalo Township home. The census recorded 1938 residents. There were 622 households. Most of these were families. The population density was about 74 people per square mile.
Consider the demographics. In 2000, most residents were White. Specifically, 98.56%. A small percentage were Asian. Other races were even smaller minorities. The data showed diversity was limited.
Reflect on family life. Almost half the households had children under 18. A large majority were married couples. The average household size was just over three people. Buffalo Township seemed like a great place to raise a family.
Think about age distribution. One third of the population was under 18. A smaller fraction was over 65. The median age was 36. This suggests a balanced community.
In Buffalo Township, males slightly outnumbered females. This was true for both the general population and adults. For every 100 females, there were approximately 104 males.
Ponder the economic figures. The median household income was around $59,531. The median family income was a bit higher. It was around $62,434. Per capita income was approximately $21,972.
In 2020, the population was 1,883. This shows a slight decrease from the 2000 census.
Board meetings shape Buffalo Township. They usually occur on the second Monday of each month. Meetings take place at the Town Hall. The meetings start at 7 p.m.
Agendas and minutes are meticulously recorded. These documents offer a glimpse into local governance. They are available for public review.
Buffalo Township is more than just statistics and meetings. It is a community with a history. Buffalo Township is named after a lake. That lake likely teemed with buffalo long ago.
As we conclude our visit, remember Buffalo Township. It is a place with deep roots. It is a community striving to preserve its identity. It is a unique part of Wright County Minnesota.