Buffalo, New York vs. Montgomery, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Montgomery, Alabama is 12.7% cheaper than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $65,508 in Montgomery, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Montgomery, Alabama is cheaper than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% cheaper in Montgomery
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. Montgomery, AL
Compared to Buffalo, Montgomery is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.7% 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
  5.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.9% lower
  Commute
  20.5% lower
  Health
  14.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% higher