Buffalo, New York vs. Galax, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Galax, Virginia is 17.3% cheaper than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $41,356 in Galax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Galax, Virginia is cheaper than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% cheaper in Galax
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. Galax, VA
Compared to Buffalo, Galax is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.3% 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
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.8% lower
  Commute
  38.4% lower
  Health
  4.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% higher