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BUFFALO vs. PALO ALTO
Cost of Living Comparison
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Buffalo, New York vs. Palo Alto, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Palo Alto, California is
389.0%
more expensive
than Buffalo, New York.
You would need a salary of
$444,684
in Palo Alto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palo Alto, California is
more expensive
than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1418% more expensive in Palo Alto
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. Palo Alto, CA
Compared to Buffalo, Palo Alto is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
389.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
26.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
3,355.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
16.1% lower
Commute
37.3% higher
Health
2.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
15.7% higher
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