Buffalo, New York vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 73.3% more expensive than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $43,333 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
220% more expensive in Boston
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Buffalo, Boston is:
  Homeowner
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  73.3% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  13.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  606.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.1% higher
  Commute
  28.7% higher
  Health
  14.7% lower
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  Personal
  41.1% higher
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