Buffalo, New York vs. Rainbow City, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rainbow City, Alabama is 2.8% cheaper than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $48,588 in Rainbow City, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rainbow City, Alabama is cheaper than Buffalo, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
66% cheaper in Rainbow City
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. Rainbow City, AL
Compared to Buffalo, Rainbow City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.8% 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
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  78.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% lower
  Commute
  16.0% lower
  Health
  11.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% higher