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ZIP Codes in the city of Buffalo, New York

Detailed mapping and analysis of all ZIP codes within Buffalo, New York, featuring Great Lakes geography, industrial heritage, and comprehensive postal coverage for New York's second-largest city.

ZIP Codes in Buffalo, New York provides comprehensive mapping and geographic analysis for all postal codes within Buffalo and the Western New York metropolitan region.

This interactive resource displays detailed boundaries, demographic information, and neighborhood characteristics for each ZIP code in Buffalo, helping users navigate and analyze the Queen City and major Great Lakes industrial center.


Key Features

  • Great Lakes Coverage: All 73 ZIP codes along Lake Erie and Niagara River systems
  • Industrial Heritage: Steel production and manufacturing facility postal coverage
  • Educational Institutions: University at Buffalo and college campus ZIP codes
  • Medical Centers: Buffalo General and healthcare facility postal areas
  • Historic Districts: Elmwood Village and architectural heritage coverage
  • Border Proximity: Canadian border and international commerce ZIP codes

Applications

  • Manufacturing Industry: Steel production and industrial workforce demographic analysis
  • Healthcare Industry: Medical facilities and research institution demographic analysis
  • Education Services: University and community college demographic analysis
  • Tourism Industry: Niagara Falls proximity and cultural attraction analysis
  • Cross-Border Commerce: Canadian trade and international business analysis
  • Urban Development: Industrial redevelopment and neighborhood revitalization
  • Transportation Planning: Great Lakes shipping and border crossing optimization

Buffalo ZIP Code Districts

  1. Downtown Buffalo: Business district and government center
  2. Elmwood Village: Historic neighborhood and cultural district
  3. East Buffalo: Diverse residential communities and immigrant populations
  4. West Side: Traditional ethnic neighborhoods and family communities
  5. North Buffalo: Suburban residential and commercial areas
  6. South Buffalo: Industrial waterfront and working-class neighborhoods
  7. University District: Campus area and student housing

Use Cases

  • Manufacturing Planning: Industrial workforce and steel production demographic analysis
  • Healthcare Planning: Medical facilities and research workforce demographic analysis
  • University Planning: Student housing and academic workforce demographic analysis
  • Tourism Development: Niagara Falls area and cultural attraction analysis
  • International Trade: Cross-border commerce and customs demographic analysis
  • Real Estate Development: Urban renewal and waterfront development analysis
  • Transportation Studies: Port operations and border crossing logistics

Buffalo's ZIP code system reflects the city's Great Lakes industrial heritage and proximity to Canada, from steel mills to universities to historic neighborhoods, providing essential geographic reference for navigation, research, and planning throughout Western New York.

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