Buford, GA is a city in northern Georgia that is known for its quaint charm and friendly people. The city is home to a variety of businesses and attractions, including the Buford Corn Maze, which is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike, (4470 Bennett Rd, Buford, GA 30519). There are also several parks and recreation areas in Buford, making it a great place to live, work, and play. The city is also home to Lake Lanier, which is a popular spot for fishing, swimming, and boating. (1050 Buford Dam Rd, Buford GA 30518). There are a variety of restaurants in Buford, ranging from casual to fine dining, so there is something to suit every taste. Ricos World Kitchen serves comfort foods from all over the world and has a unique dining room and atmosphere. (306 W Main St, Buford, GA 30518). Some other great spots are Ted’s Montana Grill, Aqua Terra Bistro, and for dessert try The Baking Grounds (4360 S Lee St, Buford, GA 30518). The Baking Grounds is a mom and pop family owned bake shop that serves all types of desserts as well as breakfast and lunch. Whether you’re looking for a quiet place to relax or a lively city to explore, Buford is sure to not disappoint!

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Overview for Buford, GA

36,899 people live in Buford, where the median age is 36 and the average individual income is $28,871.09. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

36,899

Total Population

36 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$28,871.09

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Buford, GA

Population Households Employment

Buford has 11,718 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Buford do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 36,899 people call Buford home. The population density is 1,366.08 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

36,899

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

36

Median Age

47.75 / 52.25%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

11,718

Total Households

3

Average Household Size

$28,871.09

Average individual Income

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Buford, GA

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The following schools are within or nearby Buford. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Around Buford, GA

There's plenty to do around Buford, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

35

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

21

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including ZubCakes, HobbyTown, and South Hall CrossFit.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the ZubCakes page on Yelp	Dining	3.77 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the HobbyTown page on Yelp Search 4125 GA-20 on Google Maps	Shopping	1.81 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the South Hall CrossFit page on Yelp Search 5370 Lanier Islands Pkwy on Google Maps	Active	2.36 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Carefree Boat Club on Lake Lanier page on Yelp Search 6700 Lanier Island Pkwy on Google Maps	Active	3.31 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Art For Life In Buford page on Yelp Search 3616 S Bogan Rd on Google Maps	Active	2.48 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Get Fit With Heather Hale page on Yelp Search 5019 W Broad St NE on Google Maps	Active	2.58 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Fit Frenzy Studio page on Yelp Search 922 Gainesville Hwy on Google Maps	Active	2.36 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Creighton Mixed Martial Arts page on Yelp Search 460 Brogdon Rd on Google Maps	Active	4.9 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Musclecity Barbell page on Yelp Search 4450 Nelson Brogdon Blvd on Google Maps	Active	2.06 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the LH Artisans page on Yelp Search 172 E Shadburn Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.76 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Lumi Salon page on Yelp Search 5690 Cumming Hwy on Google Maps	Beauty	4.68 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Elegant Massage page on Yelp Search 3550 S Bogan Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	2.6 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the bare/skin and beauty page on Yelp Search 1600 Mall Of Georgia Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	1.48 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Skinology by Arpana Purani page on Yelp Search 1400 Buford Hwy on Google Maps	Beauty	2.19 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars