Alexandria, Virginia vs. Buffalo, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Buffalo, New York is 36.9% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $82,003 in Buffalo, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buffalo, New York is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Buffalo
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Buffalo, NY
Compared to Alexandria, Buffalo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  12.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  84.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.1% higher
  Commute
  20.5% lower
  Health
  3.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.9% lower