Geography
Buffalo Grove is located in both Cook and Lake counties.
Cultural Attractions
Buffalo Grove Days is an annual community event with grilling competitions and live music.
Recreation
The Arboretum and Buffalo Grove Golf Club are a good place to test one's 9-irons.
Historical
The first white settlers in the area found many buffalo bones, but no buffalo. It is believed that during the winter of 1778, the heavy snowfalls in the Mississippi Valley killed off the once-abundant buffalo population.
Economy
The world headquarters of ASAP Software is in the village.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 45,216
- Population under 55:
- 77.3%
- Population over 55:
- 22.7%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- Closest large city:
- Chicago
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Poor
- Temperature:
- 83°F July High, 16°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $74,898
- Median home price:
- $235,000
- Average property tax:
- $341
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 9.6%
- Average
- Cost of living:
- Low
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 0
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 40
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 52
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 0/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 77/6
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 116/7
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 144
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