Buffalo Grove, IL
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Buffalo Grove Overview
42,934
TOTAL POPULATION
20,611
MALE POPULATION
22,323
FEMALE POPULATION
92.33
MALES / 100 FEMALES
108.31
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$58,715
PER CAPITA INCOME
$151,315
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$127,553
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
41.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
58.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
23,668
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
69.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Buffalo Grove Zip Codes
Race in Buffalo Grove
The most populous races in Buffalo Grove are White / Caucasian (27,859 | 64.9%), Asian (10,906 | 25.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (2,926 | 6.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 10,906 | 25.4% |
| Black / African American | 1,536 | 3.6% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 87 | 0.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2,926 | 6.8% |
| Native / Alaskan | 372 | 0.9% |
| White / Caucasian | 27,859 | 64.9% |
| Two or more Races | 1,412 | 3.3% |
| Some other Race | 762 | 1.8% |
| Total | 42,934 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Buffalo Grove
The most populous ancestries reported in Buffalo Grove are Thai (6,272 | 14.6%), German (3,966 | 9.2%), Polish (3,261 | 7.6%), Russian (2,891 | 6.7%), and Irish (2,525 | 5.9%), together accounting for 44.1% of all Buffalo Grove residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 55 | 0.1% |
| American | 1,635 | 3.8% |
| Arab | 114 | 0.3% |
| Argentinean | 12 | 0.0% |
| Armenian | 11 | 0.0% |
| Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac | 115 | 0.3% |
| Austrian | 208 | 0.5% |
| Belgian | 69 | 0.2% |
| Belizean | 20 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 426 | 1.0% |
| Blackfeet | 53 | 0.1% |
| Brazilian | 20 | 0.1% |
| British | 184 | 0.4% |
| Bulgarian | 564 | 1.3% |
| Burmese | 1,964 | 4.6% |
| Cambodian | 48 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 20 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 140 | 0.3% |
| Cherokee | 279 | 0.6% |
| Chickasaw | 1 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 148 | 0.3% |
| Comanche | 57 | 0.1% |
| Croatian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 31 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 206 | 0.5% |
| Czechoslovakian | 9 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 114 | 0.3% |
| Dutch | 135 | 0.3% |
| Eastern European | 844 | 2.0% |
| Ecuadorian | 14 | 0.0% |
| Egyptian | 29 | 0.1% |
| English | 1,464 | 3.4% |
| European | 456 | 1.1% |
| Filipino | 72 | 0.2% |
| Finnish | 13 | 0.0% |
| French | 377 | 0.9% |
| French Canadian | 104 | 0.2% |
| German | 3,966 | 9.2% |
| Greek | 202 | 0.5% |
| Guatemalan | 56 | 0.1% |
| Haitian | 56 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 247 | 0.6% |
| Indian (Asian) | 1,656 | 3.9% |
| Iranian | 60 | 0.1% |
| Iraqi | 15 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 2,525 | 5.9% |
| Israeli | 8 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 2,388 | 5.6% |
| Jamaican | 85 | 0.2% |
| Korean | 622 | 1.5% |
| Laotian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Latvian | 153 | 0.4% |
| Lebanese | 4 | 0.0% |
| Lithuanian | 188 | 0.4% |
| Luxembourger | 8 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 2,020 | 4.7% |
| Mexican American Indian | 85 | 0.2% |
| Mongolian | 13 | 0.0% |
| Moroccan | 31 | 0.1% |
| Native Hawaiian | 151 | 0.4% |
| Northern European | 26 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 276 | 0.6% |
| Okinawan | 12 | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 41 | 0.1% |
| Peruvian | 126 | 0.3% |
| Polish | 3,261 | 7.6% |
| Portuguese | 63 | 0.2% |
| Puerto Rican | 181 | 0.4% |
| Romanian | 379 | 0.9% |
| Russian | 2,891 | 6.7% |
| Salvadoran | 84 | 0.2% |
| Scandinavian | 77 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 66 | 0.2% |
| Scottish | 266 | 0.6% |
| Serbian | 69 | 0.2% |
| Slovak | 70 | 0.2% |
| Slovene | 42 | 0.1% |
| South African | 28 | 0.1% |
| South American | 356 | 0.8% |
| Soviet Union | 18 | 0.0% |
| Spaniard | 8 | 0.0% |
| Spanish | 119 | 0.3% |
| Sri Lankan | 38 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 127 | 0.3% |
| Swedish | 449 | 1.1% |
| Swiss | 67 | 0.2% |
| Thai | 6,272 | 14.6% |
| Tongan | 55 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 2,204 | 5.1% |
| Uruguayan | 9 | 0.0% |
| Venezuelan | 47 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 106 | 0.3% |
| Yugoslavian | 7 | 0.0% | View All 93 Rows |
Immigrants in Buffalo Grove
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Buffalo Grove came from Asia (7,929 | 18.5%), Europe (5,810 | 13.5%), Eastern Europe (5,355 | 12.5%), South Central Asia (4,523 | 10.5%), and India (4,167 | 9.7%), together accounting for 64.7% of all Buffalo Grove residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 148 | 0.3% |
| Armenia | 23 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 7,929 | 18.5% |
| Belarus | 826 | 1.9% |
| Belize | 36 | 0.1% |
| Brazil | 59 | 0.1% |
| Bulgaria | 431 | 1.0% |
| Cameroon | 47 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 29 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 107 | 0.3% |
| Central America | 1,003 | 2.3% |
| China | 974 | 2.3% |
| Colombia | 138 | 0.3% |
| Croatia | 33 | 0.1% |
| Cuba | 13 | 0.0% |
| Denmark | 8 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Africa | 28 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 2,533 | 5.9% |
| Eastern Europe | 5,355 | 12.5% |
| Egypt | 29 | 0.1% |
| El Salvador | 96 | 0.2% |
| England | 27 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 5,810 | 13.5% |
| France | 48 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 85 | 0.2% |
| Greece | 24 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 31 | 0.1% |
| Haiti | 9 | 0.0% |
| Hong Kong | 39 | 0.1% |
| India | 4,167 | 9.7% |
| Iran | 64 | 0.2% |
| Iraq | 29 | 0.1% |
| Ireland | 26 | 0.1% |
| Israel | 93 | 0.2% |
| Italy | 153 | 0.4% |
| Jamaica | 85 | 0.2% |
| Japan | 239 | 0.6% |
| Kazakhstan | 6 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 1,296 | 3.0% |
| Latin America | 1,458 | 3.4% |
| Latvia | 52 | 0.1% |
| Lebanon | 8 | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 62 | 0.1% |
| Malaysia | 39 | 0.1% |
| Mexico | 835 | 1.9% |
| Middle Africa | 47 | 0.1% |
| Moldova | 50 | 0.1% |
| Morocco | 16 | 0.0% |
| Nepal | 86 | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | 6 | 0.0% |
| Northern Africa | 45 | 0.1% |
| Northern Europe | 139 | 0.3% |
| Norway | 9 | 0.0% |
| Pakistan | 60 | 0.1% |
| Panama | 5 | 0.0% |
| Peru | 126 | 0.3% |
| Philippines | 413 | 1.0% |
| Poland | 525 | 1.2% |
| Romania | 144 | 0.3% |
| Russia | 597 | 1.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | 20 | 0.1% |
| Scotland | 13 | 0.0% |
| Singapore | 12 | 0.0% |
| South Africa | 28 | 0.1% |
| South America | 348 | 0.8% |
| South Central Asia | 4,523 | 10.5% |
| South Eastern Asia | 527 | 1.2% |
| Southern Europe | 177 | 0.4% |
| Sri Lanka | 43 | 0.1% |
| Sweden | 13 | 0.0% |
| Syria | 8 | 0.0% |
| Taiwan | 21 | 0.1% |
| Thailand | 28 | 0.1% |
| Turkey | 28 | 0.1% |
| Uganda | 15 | 0.0% |
| Ukraine | 2,400 | 5.6% |
| Uruguay | 9 | 0.0% |
| Uzbekistan | 80 | 0.2% |
| Venezuela | 16 | 0.0% |
| Vietnam | 26 | 0.1% |
| Western Asia | 317 | 0.7% |
| Western Europe | 139 | 0.3% | View All 82 Rows |
Sex and Age in Buffalo Grove
Sex and Age in Buffalo Grove
The most populous age groups in Buffalo Grove are 50 to 54 Years (1,936 | 9.4%) for men and 40 to 44 Years (1,848 | 8.3%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,062 (5.1%) | 1,329 (5.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,282 (6.2%) | 1,211 (5.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,641 (8.0%) | 1,821 (8.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,255 (6.1%) | 1,555 (7.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,315 (6.4%) | 1,109 (5.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,027 (5.0%) | 810 (3.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 869 (4.2%) | 1,167 (5.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,431 (6.9%) | 1,641 (7.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 1,587 (7.7%) | 1,848 (8.3%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 1,692 (8.2%) | 1,607 (7.2%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 1,936 (9.4%) | 1,464 (6.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,436 (7.0%) | 1,616 (7.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,177 (5.7%) | 1,787 (8.0%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 1,119 (5.4%) | 1,131 (5.1%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 873 (4.2%) | 868 (3.9%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 415 (2.0%) | 457 (2.1%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 187 (0.9%) | 385 (1.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 307 (1.5%) | 517 (2.3%) |
| Total | 20,611 (100.0%) | 22,323 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Buffalo Grove
Median Family Size in Buffalo Grove
The median family size in Buffalo Grove is 3.20 persons per family, with single female/mother families (1,143 | 9.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.3 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (476 | 4.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.72 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 10,292 (86.4%) | 3.21 |
| Single Male/Father | 476 (4.0%) | 2.72 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,143 (9.6%) | 3.30 |
| Total Families | 11,911 (100.0%) | 3.20 |
Median Household Size in Buffalo Grove
The median household size in Buffalo Grove is 2.71 persons per household, with single female/mother households (1,143 | 7.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.48 persons per household. non-family households (3,853 | 24.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.09 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 10,292 (65.3%) | 3.22 |
| Single Male/Father | 476 (3.0%) | 3.03 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,143 (7.2%) | 3.48 |
| Non-family | 3,853 (24.4%) | 1.09 |
| Total Households | 15,764 (100.0%) | 2.71 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Buffalo Grove
Out of a total of 15,764 households in Buffalo Grove, 11,911 (75.6%) are family households, while 3,853 (24.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 4,275, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 3,519.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 3,519 (22.3%) |
| 2-Person Households | 4,275 (27.1%) | 334 (2.1%) |
| 3-Person Households | 3,053 (19.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 3,517 (22.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 773 (4.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 211 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 82 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 11,911 (75.6%) | 3,853 (24.4%) |
Female Fertility in Buffalo Grove
Fertility by Age in Buffalo Grove
Average fertility rate in Buffalo Grove is 42.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 98.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 71.7% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 302 (71.7%) | 98.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 119 (28.3%) | 22.0 |
| Total | 421 (100.0%) | 42.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Buffalo Grove
86.2% of women with births (421) in Buffalo Grove are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 21.8% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 10.6% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 270 (89.4%) | 32 (10.6%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 93 (78.1%) | 26 (21.8%) |
| Total | 363 (86.2%) | 58 (13.8%) |
Fertility by Education in Buffalo Grove
Average fertility rate in Buffalo Grove is 42.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 65.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the lowest fertility at 10.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree represent 52.5% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 32 (7.6%) | 21.0 |
| High School Diploma | 35 (8.3%) | 54.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 18 (4.3%) | 10.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 221 (52.5%) | 65.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 115 (27.3%) | 43.0 |
| Total | 421 (100.0%) | 42.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Buffalo Grove
13.8% of women with births in Buffalo Grove are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 32 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 26 (74.3%) | 9 (25.7%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 204 (92.3%) | 17 (7.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 115 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 363 (86.2%) | 58 (13.8%) |
Income in Buffalo Grove
Income Overview in Buffalo Grove
Per Capita Income in Buffalo Grove is $58,715, while median incomes of families and households are $151,315 and $127,553 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 42,934 | $58,715 |
| Median Family Income | 11,911 | $151,315 |
| Mean Family Income | 11,911 | $180,589 |
| Median Household Income | 15,764 | $127,553 |
| Mean Household Income | 15,764 | $157,159 |
| Income Deficit | 11,911 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 42,934 | 41.42% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 42,934 | 58.58¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 42,934 | 0.43 |
Earnings by Sex in Buffalo Grove
Average Earnings in Buffalo Grove are $65,648, $84,316 for men and $49,395 for women, a difference of 41.4%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 13,281 (53.8%) | $84,316 |
| Female | 11,390 (46.2%) | $49,395 |
| Total | 24,671 (100.0%) | $65,648 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Buffalo Grove
The most common earnings brackets in Buffalo Grove are $100,000+ for men (5,541 | 41.7%) and $100,000+ for women (2,358 | 20.7%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 397 (3.0%) | 555 (4.9%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 116 (0.9%) | 457 (4.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 483 (3.6%) | 479 (4.2%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 252 (1.9%) | 214 (1.9%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 302 (2.3%) | 458 (4.0%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 189 (1.4%) | 246 (2.2%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 261 (2.0%) | 397 (3.5%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 65 (0.5%) | 71 (0.6%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 232 (1.8%) | 117 (1.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 346 (2.6%) | 464 (4.1%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 197 (1.5%) | 450 (4.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 298 (2.2%) | 530 (4.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 363 (2.7%) | 504 (4.4%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 341 (2.6%) | 476 (4.2%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 397 (3.0%) | 322 (2.8%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 363 (2.7%) | 293 (2.6%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 811 (6.1%) | 818 (7.2%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 697 (5.2%) | 709 (6.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,630 (12.3%) | 1,472 (12.9%) |
| $100,000+ | 5,541 (41.7%) | 2,358 (20.7%) |
| Total | 13,281 (100.0%) | 11,390 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Buffalo Grove
Average earnings in Buffalo Grove are $94,164 for men and $56,538 for women, a difference of 40.0%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $135,279, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $22,375. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $76,212, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $25,313.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $22,375 | $25,313 |
| High School Diploma | $42,048 | $33,750 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $66,467 | $38,235 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $92,166 | $60,074 |
| Graduate Degree | $135,279 | $76,212 |
| Total | $94,164 | $56,538 |
Family Income in Buffalo Grove
Family Income Brackets in Buffalo Grove
According to the Buffalo Grove family income data, there are 3,442 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 28.9% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 83 families (0.7%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 357 | 3.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 83 | 0.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 179 | 1.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 286 | 2.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 322 | 2.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 905 | 7.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,120 | 9.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,644 | 22.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 2,561 | 21.5% |
| $200,000+ | 3,442 | 28.9% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Buffalo Grove
4-person families (3,489 | 29.3%) account for the highest median family income in Buffalo Grove with $170,095 per family, while 2-person families (4,394 | 36.9%) have the highest median income of $62,548 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 4,394 (36.9%) | $125,095 |
| 3-Person Families | 3,083 (25.9%) | $162,663 |
| 4-Person Families | 3,489 (29.3%) | $170,095 |
| 5-Person Families | 652 (5.5%) | $122,717 |
| 6-Person Families | 211 (1.8%) | $168,926 |
| 7+ Person Families | 82 (0.7%) | $159,681 |
| Total | 11,911 (100.0%) | $151,315 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Buffalo Grove
The median family income in Buffalo Grove is $151,315, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,994) having the highest median family income of $184,155, while families with no earners (1,140) have the lowest median family income of $63,000, accounting for 16.7% and 9.6% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,140 (9.6%) | $63,000 |
| 1 Earner | 3,003 (25.2%) | $116,192 |
| 2 Earners | 5,774 (48.5%) | $168,420 |
| 3+ Earners | 1,994 (16.7%) | $184,155 |
| Total | 11,911 (100.0%) | $151,315 |
Household Income in Buffalo Grove
Household Income Brackets in Buffalo Grove
With 3,657 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Buffalo Grove, accounting for 23.2% of all households. In contrast, only 284 households (1.8%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 631 | 4.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 284 | 1.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 520 | 3.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 583 | 3.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 615 | 3.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,703 | 10.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,718 | 10.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 3,263 | 20.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 2,774 | 17.6% |
| $200,000+ | 3,657 | 23.2% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Buffalo Grove
The median household income in Buffalo Grove is $127,553, with the highest median household income of $153,245 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 6,956 households (44.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 56 households (0.4%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 56 (0.4%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 4,778 (30.3%) | $132,946 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 6,956 (44.1%) | $153,245 |
| 65+ Years | 3,974 (25.2%) | $78,726 |
| Total | 15,764 (100.0%) | $127,553 |
Poverty in Buffalo Grove
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Buffalo Grove
With 5.3% poverty level for males and 7.0% for females among the residents of Buffalo Grove, 12 to 14 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 405 males (34.1%) and 302 females (30.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 55 (5.2%) | 12 (0.9%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (8.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 89 (6.0%) | 12 (0.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 405 (34.1%) | 201 (17.3%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (3.1%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 302 (30.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 33 (1.9%) | 69 (5.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 58 (3.1%) | 91 (4.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 86 (2.9%) | 389 (11.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 167 (4.6%) | 39 (1.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 71 (2.7%) | 165 (4.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 63 (3.2%) | 115 (5.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 59 (6.7%) | 138 (10.4%) |
| Total | 1,086 (5.3%) | 1,559 (7.0%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Buffalo Grove
According to the poverty statistics in Buffalo Grove, males aged 5 years and females aged 6 to 11 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 99.3% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 999 (94.8%) | 1,308 (99.1%) |
| 5 Years | 241 (100.0%) | 177 (91.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,404 (94.0%) | 1,663 (99.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 784 (65.9%) | 963 (82.7%) |
| 15 Years | 209 (100.0%) | 314 (96.9%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 634 (100.0%) | 687 (69.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,694 (98.1%) | 1,282 (94.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,810 (96.9%) | 1,886 (95.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,926 (97.1%) | 3,100 (88.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,454 (95.4%) | 3,032 (98.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,542 (97.3%) | 3,238 (95.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,889 (96.8%) | 1,870 (94.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 823 (93.3%) | 1,193 (89.6%) |
| Total | 19,409 (94.7%) | 20,713 (93.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Buffalo Grove
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Buffalo Grove show that 2.1% or 215 of the total 10,292 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 7.1%, comprising of 29 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.7%, which includes 87 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 5,182 (98.4%) | 87 (1.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 4,517 (97.9%) | 99 (2.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 378 (92.9%) | 29 (7.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10,077 (97.9%) | 215 (2.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Buffalo Grove
According to the poverty data in Buffalo Grove, 19.3% or 92 single-father households and 27.2% or 311 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 85 households (89.5%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 292 households (37.7%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (3.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 7 (7.3%) | 292 (37.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 85 (89.5%) | 8 (16.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 92 (19.3%) | 311 (27.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Buffalo Grove
The poverty data for Buffalo Grove shows that 215 of the married-couple family households (2.1%) and 403 of the single-parent households (24.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 29 households (7.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 93 household (64.1%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 87 (1.7%) | 11 (1.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 99 (2.1%) | 299 (34.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 29 (7.1%) | 93 (64.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 215 (2.1%) | 403 (24.9%) |
Employment Characteristics in Buffalo Grove
Employment by Class of Employer in Buffalo Grove
Among the 22,467 employed individuals in Buffalo Grove, private company employees (16,065 | 71.5%), self-employed (incorporated) (1,740 | 7.7%), and local government employees (1,600 | 7.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 16,065 | 71.5% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 1,740 | 7.7% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 841 | 3.7% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 1,372 | 6.1% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,600 | 7.1% |
| State Government Employees | 547 | 2.4% |
| Federal Government Employees | 249 | 1.1% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 53 | 0.2% |
| Total | 22,467 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Buffalo Grove
According to the labor force statistics for Buffalo Grove, out of the total population over 16 years of age (34,055), 69.5% or 23,668 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.3% or 781 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 91.7% or 1,685 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 12.0% or 210 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 449 (19.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,748 (72.1%) | 210 (12.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,685 (91.7%) | 24 (1.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,600 (78.6%) | 13 (0.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 5,596 (86.0%) | 185 (3.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 5,962 (89.0%) | 113 (1.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 2,643 (86.6%) | 71 (2.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 2,294 (77.4%) | 112 (4.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,501 (37.6%) | 48 (3.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 188 (8.3%) | 9 (4.8%) |
| Total | 23,668 (69.5%) | 781 (3.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Buffalo Grove
According to labor force statistics for Buffalo Grove, 85.6% of individuals (19,769) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (23,095) are in the labor force, with 2.7% or 534 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 90.3% or 3,825 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 16.8% or 38 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 226 (48.7%) | 78 (16.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,449 (76.2%) | 15 (0.8%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 3,825 (90.3%) | 102 (2.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 14,283 (86.6%) | 445 (2.7%) |
| Total | 19,769 (85.6%) | 624 (2.7%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Buffalo Grove
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Buffalo Grove are Computers, Engineering & Science (4,443 | 19.4%), Management (3,313 | 14.5%), Computers & Mathematics (3,223 | 14.1%), Community & Social Service (2,510 | 11.0%), and Business & Financial (2,418 | 10.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Buffalo Grove, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (85.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (68.1%), and Computers & Mathematics (66.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (83.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (79.6%), and Education, Arts & Media (76.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 2,173 (65.6%) | 1,140 (34.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 1,326 (54.8%) | 1,092 (45.2%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 3,024 (68.1%) | 1,419 (31.9%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 2,134 (66.2%) | 1,089 (33.8%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 679 (85.5%) | 115 (14.5%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 211 (49.5%) | 215 (50.5%) |
| Community & Social Service | 806 (32.1%) | 1,704 (67.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 59 (23.8%) | 189 (76.2%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 150 (57.3%) | 112 (42.7%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 439 (26.7%) | 1,208 (73.4%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 158 (44.8%) | 195 (55.2%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 211 (20.4%) | 824 (79.6%) |
| Health Technologists | 140 (16.5%) | 711 (83.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 7,540 (55.0%) | 6,179 (45.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 12,416 (54.3%) | 10,448 (45.7%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Buffalo Grove are Healthcare Support (649 | 2.8%), Personal Care & Service (644 | 2.8%), Food Preparation & Serving (632 | 2.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (369 | 1.6%), and Security & Protection (224 | 1.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Buffalo Grove, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (96.4%), and Firefighting & Prevention (95.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (96.0%), Personal Care & Service (72.5%), and Food Preparation & Serving (48.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 26 (4.0%) | 623 (96.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 216 (96.4%) | 8 (3.6%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 153 (95.0%) | 8 (5.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 63 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 323 (51.1%) | 309 (48.9%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 305 (82.7%) | 64 (17.3%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 177 (27.5%) | 467 (72.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,047 (41.6%) | 1,471 (58.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 12,416 (54.3%) | 10,448 (45.7%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Buffalo Grove are Sales & Related (2,258 | 9.9%), and Office & Administration (1,969 | 8.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 1,294 (57.3%) | 964 (42.7%) |
| Office & Administration | 581 (29.5%) | 1,388 (70.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,875 (44.4%) | 2,352 (55.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 12,416 (54.3%) | 10,448 (45.7%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Buffalo Grove are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (472 | 2.1%), Construction & Extraction (355 | 1.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (43 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 19 (44.2%) | 24 (55.8%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 355 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 455 (96.4%) | 17 (3.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 829 (95.3%) | 41 (4.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 12,416 (54.3%) | 10,448 (45.7%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Buffalo Grove are Production (615 | 2.7%), Transportation (459 | 2.0%), and Material Moving (456 | 2.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 415 (67.5%) | 200 (32.5%) |
| Transportation | 371 (80.8%) | 88 (19.2%) |
| Material Moving | 339 (74.3%) | 117 (25.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,125 (73.5%) | 405 (26.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 12,416 (54.3%) | 10,448 (45.7%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Buffalo Grove
Employment Industries in Buffalo Grove
The major employment industries in Buffalo Grove include Professional & Scientific (3,586 | 15.7%), Manufacturing (2,803 | 12.3%), Retail Trade (2,478 | 10.8%), Health Care & Social Assistance (2,346 | 10.3%), and Finance & Insurance (2,268 | 9.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Buffalo Grove
The Buffalo Grove industries that see more men than women are Construction (84.1%), Transportation & Warehousing (72.8%), and Wholesale Trade (71.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (79.1%), Educational Services (65.2%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (60.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 19 (40.4%) | 28 (59.6%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 517 (84.1%) | 98 (15.9%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,842 (65.7%) | 961 (34.3%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 811 (71.0%) | 331 (29.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 1,509 (60.9%) | 969 (39.1%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 736 (72.8%) | 275 (27.2%) |
| Utilities | 83 (51.2%) | 79 (48.8%) |
| Information | 203 (48.8%) | 213 (51.2%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 1,175 (51.8%) | 1,093 (48.2%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 135 (39.8%) | 204 (60.2%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 2,366 (66.0%) | 1,220 (34.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 26 (68.4%) | 12 (31.6%) |
| Administrative & Support | 451 (66.8%) | 224 (33.2%) |
| Educational Services | 726 (34.8%) | 1,358 (65.2%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 490 (20.9%) | 1,856 (79.1%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 263 (51.0%) | 253 (49.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 338 (41.3%) | 480 (58.7%) |
| Public Administration | 202 (42.3%) | 276 (57.7%) |
| Total | 12,416 (54.3%) | 10,448 (45.7%) |
Education in Buffalo Grove
School Enrollment in Buffalo Grove
The most common levels of schooling among the 11,544 students in Buffalo Grove are high school (2,935 | 25.4%), middle school (2,704 | 23.4%), and elementary school (1,955 | 16.9%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 731 | 6.3% |
| Kindergarten | 485 | 4.2% |
| Elementary School | 1,955 | 16.9% |
| Middle School | 2,704 | 23.4% |
| High School | 2,935 | 25.4% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,745 | 15.1% |
| Graduate / Professional | 989 | 8.6% |
| Total | 11,544 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Buffalo Grove
Out of a total of 11,544 students who are enrolled in schools in Buffalo Grove, 2,089 (18.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 9,455 (81.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 612 (82.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 3,365 (98.8% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 390 (63.9%) | 220 (36.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 2,055 (86.5%) | 322 (13.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 3,365 (98.8%) | 42 (1.2%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 2,117 (98.2%) | 39 (1.8%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 518 (87.4%) | 75 (12.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 615 (50.4%) | 605 (49.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 269 (61.1%) | 171 (38.9%) |
| 35 Years and over | 129 (17.4%) | 612 (82.6%) |
| Total | 9,455 (81.9%) | 2,089 (18.1%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Buffalo Grove
Business (4,075 | 19.3%), engineering (3,222 | 15.3%), computers & mathematics (2,392 | 11.3%), education (2,062 | 9.8%), and science & technology (1,747 | 8.3%) are the most common fields of study among 21,085 individuals in Buffalo Grove who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 2,392 | 11.3% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 1,234 | 5.9% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 802 | 3.8% |
| Psychology | 612 | 2.9% |
| Social Sciences | 1,225 | 5.8% |
| Engineering | 3,222 | 15.3% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 51 | 0.2% |
| Science & Technology | 1,747 | 8.3% |
| Business | 4,075 | 19.3% |
| Education | 2,062 | 9.8% |
| Literature & Languages | 821 | 3.9% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 678 | 3.2% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 649 | 3.1% |
| Communications | 973 | 4.6% |
| Arts & Humanities | 542 | 2.6% |
| Total | 21,085 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Buffalo Grove
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Buffalo Grove
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Buffalo Grove are males with 2 vehicles (7,215, accounting for 58.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (5,689, making up 71.2%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 181 (1.5%) | 132 (1.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,649 (13.4%) | 1,855 (18.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 7,215 (58.5%) | 5,689 (56.1%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,969 (16.0%) | 1,692 (16.7%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 1,025 (8.3%) | 654 (6.5%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 292 (2.4%) | 111 (1.1%) |
| Total | 12,331 (100.0%) | 10,133 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Buffalo Grove
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Buffalo Grove are 30 to 34 minutes (2,926 commuters, 17.0%), 15 to 19 minutes (2,680 commuters, 15.6%), and 20 to 24 minutes (2,608 commuters, 15.2%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 238 | 1.4% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 785 | 4.6% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 2,059 | 12.0% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 2,680 | 15.6% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 2,608 | 15.2% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 1,043 | 6.1% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 2,926 | 17.0% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 752 | 4.4% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 879 | 5.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,564 | 9.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 1,121 | 6.5% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 513 | 3.0% |
Commute Time by Sex in Buffalo Grove
The most common commute times in Buffalo Grove are 30 to 34 minutes (1,660 commuters, 17.3%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (1,363 commuters, 18.0%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 162 (1.7%) | 76 (1.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 438 (4.6%) | 347 (4.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 858 (8.9%) | 1,201 (15.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,473 (15.3%) | 1,207 (16.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,245 (13.0%) | 1,363 (18.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 478 (5.0%) | 565 (7.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,660 (17.3%) | 1,266 (16.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 421 (4.4%) | 331 (4.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 666 (6.9%) | 213 (2.8%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,166 (12.1%) | 398 (5.3%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 763 (7.9%) | 358 (4.7%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 280 (2.9%) | 233 (3.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Buffalo Grove
The most frequent times of departure to work in Buffalo Grove are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,728, 18.0%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,376, 18.2%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 301 (3.1%) | 78 (1.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 311 (3.2%) | 88 (1.2%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 467 (4.9%) | 274 (3.6%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 614 (6.4%) | 483 (6.4%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 909 (9.5%) | 469 (6.2%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,728 (18.0%) | 1,376 (18.2%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 1,260 (13.1%) | 1,157 (15.3%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 1,255 (13.1%) | 1,067 (14.1%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 995 (10.3%) | 833 (11.0%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 852 (8.9%) | 618 (8.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 174 (1.8%) | 346 (4.6%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 96 (1.0%) | 146 (1.9%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 375 (3.9%) | 292 (3.9%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 273 (2.8%) | 331 (4.4%) |
| Total | 9,610 (100.0%) | 7,558 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Buffalo Grove
Occupancy by Ownership in Buffalo Grove
Of the total 15,764 dwellings in Buffalo Grove, owner-occupied units account for 13,121 (83.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,643 (16.8%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 13,121 | 83.2% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,643 | 16.8% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 15,764 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Buffalo Grove
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 3,519 | 22.3% |
| 2-Person Household | 4,609 | 29.2% |
| 3-Person Household | 3,053 | 19.4% |
| 4+ Person Household | 4,583 | 29.1% |
| Total Housing Units | 15,764 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Buffalo Grove
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 2,755 (78.3%) | 764 (21.7%) |
| 2-Person Household | 4,041 (87.7%) | 568 (12.3%) |
| 3-Person Household | 2,431 (79.6%) | 622 (20.4%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 3,894 (85.0%) | 689 (15.0%) |
| Total Housing Units | 13,121 (83.2%) | 2,643 (16.8%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Buffalo Grove
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 181 (81.2%) | 42 (18.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,240 (79.3%) | 323 (20.7%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,862 (87.5%) | 408 (12.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 8,838 (82.5%) | 1,870 (17.5%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Buffalo Grove
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,346 | 8.5% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,488 | 22.1% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,508 | 22.3% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,448 | 21.9% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,315 | 14.7% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 978 | 6.2% |
| 85 Years and Over | 681 | 4.3% |
| Total | 15,764 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Buffalo Grove
Median Income by Occupancy in Buffalo Grove
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 13,121 (83.2%) | $135,218 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,643 (16.8%) | $86,079 |
| Average | 15,764 (100.0%) | $127,553 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Buffalo Grove
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 199 (1.5%) | 317 (12.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 98 (0.7%) | 23 (0.9%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 148 (1.1%) | 129 (4.9%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 148 (1.1%) | 9 (0.3%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 334 (2.5%) | 35 (1.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 384 (2.9%) | 205 (7.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 547 (4.2%) | 70 (2.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,356 (10.3%) | 350 (13.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,346 (10.3%) | 374 (14.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,640 (20.1%) | 631 (23.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 5,921 (45.1%) | 500 (18.9%) |
| Total | 13,121 (100.0%) | 2,643 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Buffalo Grove
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 72 (0.5%) | 57 (2.2%) |
| $300 to $499 | 204 (1.5%) | 17 (0.6%) |
| $500 to $799 | 776 (5.9%) | 52 (2.0%) |
| $800 to $999 | 765 (5.8%) | 69 (2.6%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 2,697 (20.5%) | 395 (14.9%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 1,768 (13.5%) | 692 (26.2%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 1,660 (12.7%) | 1,032 (39.1%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 1,776 (13.5%) | 104 (3.9%) |
| $3,000 or more | 3,403 (25.9%) | 113 (4.3%) |
| Total | 13,121 (100.0%) | 2,643 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Buffalo Grove
Housing Structures in Buffalo Grove
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 8,783 | 55.7% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 2,236 | 14.2% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 166 | 1.1% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 711 | 4.5% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 664 | 4.2% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 3,172 | 20.1% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 32 | 0.2% |
| Total | 15,764 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Buffalo Grove
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 8,564 (97.5%) | 219 (2.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 1,945 (87.0%) | 291 (13.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 122 (73.5%) | 44 (26.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 504 (70.9%) | 207 (29.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 216 (32.5%) | 448 (67.5%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 1,770 (55.8%) | 1,402 (44.2%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 32 (100.0%) |
| Total | 13,121 (83.2%) | 2,643 (16.8%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Buffalo Grove
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 13 (0.1%) | 150 (5.7%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 581 (4.4%) | 608 (23.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 3,303 (25.2%) | 1,410 (53.3%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 3,673 (28.0%) | 312 (11.8%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 5,551 (42.3%) | 163 (6.2%) |
| Total | 13,121 (100.0%) | 2,643 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Buffalo Grove
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 11,835 (90.2%) | 1,895 (71.7%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 158 (1.2%) | 98 (3.7%) |
| Electricity | 986 (7.5%) | 555 (21.0%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 10 (0.1%) | 23 (0.9%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 90 (0.7%) | 20 (0.8%) |
| No Fuel Used | 42 (0.3%) | 52 (2.0%) |
| Total | 13,121 (100.0%) | 2,643 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Buffalo Grove
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 351 (2.7%) | 152 (5.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 3,440 (26.2%) | 1,511 (57.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 7,102 (54.1%) | 888 (33.6%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,228 (17.0%) | 92 (3.5%) |
| Total | 13,121 (100.0%) | 2,643 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Buffalo Grove
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Buffalo Grove
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 4,692 | 8,429 |
| Median Property Value | $359,700 | $393,400 |
| Median Household Income | $109,625 | $4,169 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $1,185 | $3,360 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $9,572 | $62 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Buffalo Grove
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 6 (0.1%) | 132 (1.6%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 183 (3.9%) | 29 (0.3%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,508 (32.1%) | 2,370 (28.1%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 2,006 (42.7%) | 3,912 (46.4%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 910 (19.4%) | 1,878 (22.3%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 79 (1.7%) | 105 (1.3%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,692 (100.0%) | 8,429 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Buffalo Grove
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 188 (4.0%) | 107 (1.3%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 360 (7.7%) | 109 (1.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 246 (5.2%) | 270 (3.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 245 (5.2%) | 138 (1.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 621 (13.2%) | 302 (3.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 472 (10.1%) | 735 (8.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 808 (17.2%) | 874 (10.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,752 (37.3%) | 1,832 (21.7%) |
| Total | 4,692 (100.0%) | 8,429 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Buffalo Grove
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,216 (25.9%) | 148,560 (1,762.5%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 1,131 (24.1%) | 2,476 (29.4%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 550 (11.7%) | 2,889 (34.3%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,750 (37.3%) | 1,269 (15.1%) |
| Total | 4,692 (100.0%) | 8,429 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Buffalo Grove
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 54 (1.1%) | 29 (0.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 289 (6.2%) | 203 (2.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 4,246 (90.5%) | 67 (0.8%) |
| Total | 4,692 (100.0%) | 8,429 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Buffalo Grove
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Buffalo Grove
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 2,815 (99.7%) | 10 (0.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 8,126 (99.1%) | 74 (0.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 2,687 (93.0%) | 201 (7.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 3,284 (93.5%) | 228 (6.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 6,287 (96.8%) | 205 (3.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 6,411 (95.8%) | 281 (4.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 5,693 (94.6%) | 323 (5.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,913 (99.4%) | 24 (0.6%) |
| 75 Years and older | 2,167 (97.9%) | 46 (2.1%) |
| Total | 41,383 (96.8%) | 1,392 (3.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Buffalo Grove
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 2,815 (99.7%) | 10 (0.4%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 8,126 (99.1%) | 74 (0.9%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 2,687 (93.0%) | 201 (7.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Buffalo Grove
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 2,344 (94.8%) | 128 (5.2%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,869 (89.1%) | 228 (10.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,482 (94.5%) | 201 (5.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,815 (95.1%) | 197 (4.9%) |
| $100,000 and over | 29,824 (97.9%) | 635 (2.1%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Buffalo Grove
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 428 (15.1%) | 2,481 (87.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,260 (15.4%) | 6,908 (84.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 382 (13.2%) | 2,327 (80.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 300 (8.5%) | 3,193 (90.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 899 (13.9%) | 5,430 (83.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 336 (5.0%) | 6,223 (93.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 357 (5.9%) | 5,409 (89.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,569 (90.6%) | 1,993 (50.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,115 (95.6%) | 1,248 (56.4%) |
| Total | 9,646 (22.6%) | 35,212 (82.3%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Buffalo Grove
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 176 (4.7%) | 88 (2.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 352 (9.8%) | 109 (3.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 320 (3.5%) | 544 (5.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 413 (21.2%) | 309 (15.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 317 (35.9%) | 544 (40.9%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Buffalo Grove
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 22 (0.6%) | 13 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 56 (0.6%) | 68 (0.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 204 (10.4%) | 53 (2.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 156 (17.7%) | 156 (11.7%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 60 (1.6%) | 23 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 36 (1.0%) | 30 (0.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 36 (0.4%) | 119 (1.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 42 (2.1%) | 60 (3.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 75 (8.5%) | 109 (8.2%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 116 (3.1%) | 53 (1.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 231 (6.4%) | 61 (1.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 127 (1.4%) | 205 (2.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 57 (2.9%) | 74 (3.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 68 (7.7%) | 228 (17.1%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 47 (1.3%) | 22 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 152 (1.7%) | 217 (2.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 203 (10.4%) | 228 (11.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 214 (24.3%) | 409 (30.7%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 31 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 52 (1.5%) | 34 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 45 (0.5%) | 86 (0.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 88 (4.5%) | 74 (3.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 43 (4.9%) | 222 (16.7%) |
Technology Access in Buffalo Grove
Computing Device Access in Buffalo Grove
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 14,377 | 91.2% |
| Smartphone | 14,496 | 92.0% |
| Tablet | 12,605 | 80.0% |
| No Computing Device | 602 | 3.8% |
| Total | 15,764 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Buffalo Grove
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 15 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 13,727 | 87.1% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,046 | 6.6% |
| Satellite Internet | 445 | 2.8% |
| No Internet | 908 | 5.8% |
| Total | 15,764 | 100.0% |
Buffalo Grove Summary
Buffalo Grove is a village located in Lake and Cook counties in the state of Illinois, United States. It is a northern suburb of Chicago and is part of the Chicago metropolitan area. The population of Buffalo Grove was 41,496 at the 2010 census.
History
The area now known as Buffalo Grove was first settled in the early 19th century by European immigrants. The first settlers were German and Dutch farmers who moved to the area in search of fertile land. The area was originally known as "Buffalo Grove Township" and was part of the larger Lake County. In 1958, the village of Buffalo Grove was incorporated.
Geography
Buffalo Grove is located in Lake and Cook counties in the state of Illinois. It is situated in the northern suburbs of Chicago, about 25 miles northwest of the city. The village is bordered by Lake County to the north, Cook County to the south, and the villages of Arlington Heights, Long Grove, and Wheeling to the east. The village covers an area of 8.9 square miles and has a population density of 4,619 people per square mile.
The village is located in the Fox River Valley and is surrounded by rolling hills and wooded areas. The village is home to several parks, including the Buffalo Grove Park District, which offers a variety of recreational activities.
Economy
Buffalo Grove is home to a variety of businesses and industries. The village is home to several corporate headquarters, including Motorola Solutions, CDW Corporation, and W.W. Grainger. The village is also home to a number of small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and professional services.
The village is served by two major highways, Interstate 94 and Interstate 294. The village is also served by the Metra commuter rail system, which provides service to downtown Chicago.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Buffalo Grove was 41,496. The racial makeup of the village was 79.2% White, 5.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 11.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 2.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.3% of the population.
The median income for a household in the village was $90,945, and the median income for a family was $103,945. The per capita income for the village was $41,945. About 2.7% of families and 3.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.2% of those under age 18 and 4.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Buffalo Grove?
Total Population of Buffalo Grove is 42,934.
What is the Total Male Population of Buffalo Grove?
Total Male Population of Buffalo Grove is 20,611.
What is the Total Female Population of Buffalo Grove?
Total Female Population of Buffalo Grove is 22,323.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Buffalo Grove?
There are 92.33 Males per 100 Females in Buffalo Grove.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Buffalo Grove?
There are 108.31 Females per 100 Males in Buffalo Grove.
What is the Median Population Age in Buffalo Grove?
Median Population Age in Buffalo Grove is 41.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Buffalo Grove
Average Family Size in Buffalo Grove is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Buffalo Grove
Average Household Size in Buffalo Grove is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Buffalo Grove?
Per Capita income in Buffalo Grove is $58,715.
What is the Median Family Income in Buffalo Grove?
Median Family Income in Buffalo Grove is $151,315.
What is the Median Household income in Buffalo Grove?
Median Household Income in Buffalo Grove is $127,553.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Buffalo Grove?
Income or Wage Gap in Buffalo Grove is 41.4%.
Women in Buffalo Grove earn 58.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Buffalo Grove?
Inequality or Gini Index in Buffalo Grove is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Buffalo Grove?
There are 23,668 People in the Labor Forcein in Buffalo Grove.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Buffalo Grove?
69.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Buffalo Grove.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Buffalo Grove?
Unemployment Rate in Buffalo Grove is 3.3%.