Buffalo Prairie Illinois Map

About Buffalo Prairie, Illinois

Buffalo Prairie is a locality in Rock Island County, Illinois, United States. It is a small community with a population of 9. The population density is 12.2 people per km². Buffalo Prairie is located at 41.3384°N, 90.8549°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 61237.

Buffalo Prairie rests within a wide expanse of Illinois farmland, its character shaped by the generous sweep of the land. It lies 18.6 miles south-west of Rock Island, IL (from Rock Island, IL: bearing 231°T), and is situated 10.0 miles south-west of Andalusia. Here, the horizon stretches in an unbroken line, a testament to the vastness of the prairie that once defined this region. The fields, a patchwork of gold and green depending on the season, roll gently towards the sky, punctuated by stands of sturdy oak and maple that offer a welcome counterpoint to the open fields. The air, especially on a late summer afternoon, carries the faint, sweet scent of drying corn stalks and the earthy aroma of freshly turned soil, a fragrance that seems to seep into the very bones of the place. It is a landscape that invites deep breaths and a slower pace, where the sky feels immense and the concerns of the world can recede with the setting sun. The history of Buffalo Prairie is deeply entwined with the agricultural legacy of Rock Island County. For generations, this land has been cultivated, its fertility yielding crops that have sustained families and fueled a robust local economy. While the precise origins of its name are a matter of local lore, it evokes the untamed spirit of the prairie and perhaps the early presence of its namesake animal. The rhythm of life in Buffalo Prairie is dictated by the agricultural calendar, with planting and harvest seasons marking the pulse of the community. Small businesses and family farms form the backbone of its distinctive character, fostering a sense of close-knit interdependence. The quiet hum of tractors in the distance or the occasional grain truck passing through are as much a part of its soundscape as the rustle of wind through the cornfields.

About This Buffalo Prairie Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Buffalo Prairie, Illinois — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 41.338365, -90.854866. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Buffalo Prairie and Rock Island County.

Detailed location data for Buffalo Prairie includes the ZIP code (61237), telephone area code (847, 224), county seat of Rock Island County (Rock Island), and school district assignment (Rockridge Community Unit School District 300). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Buffalo Prairie is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.