Buffalo, MN

united states

Buffalo sits 40 miles northwest of Minneapolis along Highway 55, making it a popular choice for families wanting small-town living within commuting distance. This Wright County city of 16,500 sits on rolling prairie where Buffalo Creek winds through town. Most traffic uses Highway 55 to reach Interstate 494 and the Twin Cities, while Highway 25 connects south to I-94. The standout landmark is the 1899 Wright County Courthouse downtown, a striking red sandstone building with a clock tower visible for miles.