Buffalo Grove is a village located in Northwest suburban Cook and Lake counties in Illinois. The town was named for Buffalo Creek, which was itself named for bison bones found in the area.
Buffalo Grove is one of the greatest communities in the state. With its outstanding schools, parks and recreational facilities, programs and activities, businesses and local events, distinguish the village. Whether at work or play, the pride of Buffalo Grove is evident in all that we do.
Buffalo Grove is very proud of the business they offer. Throughout our village are over 20 shopping centers, six business parks including the tallest building in Lake County, numerous corporate offices, two golf courses, and a Metra Rail Station, all of which offer our residents the convenience and diversity of myriad retail establishments, professional services and restaurants to serve their every need.
Buffalo Grove has a hiking/biking trail system consisting of over 43 miles of 8-foot wide multi-use paths and sidewalks. You can relax and explore the beautiful tree-lined trails, travel along the three golf courses, use the trail system to shop throughout the community and explore the more than 400 acres of parks and open space throughout the Village.
Four school districts and three high school districts serve Buffalo Grove. The majority of public high school students in Buffalo Grove attend Adlai E. Stevenson High School. Most others attend Buffalo Grove High School. Buffalo Grove is also home to St. Mary's, a Catholic parochial grade school.
Those students residing in the Cook County portion of Buffalo Grove attend Buffalo Grove High School. Those in Lake County attend Adlai E. Stevenson High School. A smaller population of students also attend Wheeling High School.
Housing Cost
The housing market tends to price rather high as this is an extremely desirable section of Illinois real estate. Most homes here start in the mid $200,000's. For something a little larger, say 2,500 square feet and up, expect to spend upwards of $300,000. For an executive level home the going rate is around $400,000. Homes retain their value though, and a home purchased here is definitely a good investment.
Demographics
Estimated population in July 2006: 43,231. Buffalo Grove covers 9.19 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 685 feet above sea level.
Weather
Buffalo Grove, IL climate is warm during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 70's and very cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 20's.
The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 83.20 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 13.70 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 20 degrees Fahrenheit, and fairly limited during winter with an average difference of 17 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Buffalo Grove is 36.80 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is August with an average rainfall of 4.84 Inches.
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