Bloomington, Illinois vs. Buffalo, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Buffalo, New York is 7.4% more expensive than Bloomington, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $96,663 in Buffalo, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Bloomington, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buffalo, New York is more expensive than Bloomington, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
51% more expensive in Buffalo
than in Bloomington, Illinois
Bloomington, IL vs. Buffalo, NY
Compared to Bloomington, Buffalo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.4% higher
      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
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.5% higher
  Commute
  51.9% higher
  Health
  3.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.9% lower