Buffalo, New York vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 21.4% more expensive than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $227,178 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% more expensive in Chicago
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Buffalo, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.4% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  168.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  13.4% lower
  Commute
  35.3% higher
  Health
  16.3% lower
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  Personal
  17.3% higher
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