Buffalo County
City in South Dakota, United States
Overview
Buffalo County, set along the Missouri River in South Dakota, is a largely rural area known for its sweeping prairies and rich Native American heritage. It is home to the Crow Creek Reservation and offers visitors a window into small-town Dakota life and tribal culture.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
South Dakota
Population
13,317
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
44.08°, -99.20°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
40
Traffic Safety
65
Food Safety
80
Monthly Cost
$1,865
Local Cost
$1,078
Local Income
$2,550
Cashless
65
English
95
Temperature
9.2°C
Summer Avg
23.7°C
Winter Avg
-5.2°C
Record High
46.4°C
Record Low
-32.6°C
Humidity
66%
Precipitation
576 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 75/100.