Buffalo, New York vs. Onawa, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Onawa, Iowa is 16.2% cheaper than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $41,921 in Onawa, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Onawa, Iowa is cheaper than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in Onawa
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. Onawa, IA
Compared to Buffalo, Onawa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.2% 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
  4.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.3% lower
  Commute
  30.6% lower
  Health
  12.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.9% higher