Buffalo, New York vs. Redwood City, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Redwood City, California is 213.6% more expensive than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $329,237 in Redwood City, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Redwood City, California is more expensive than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
687% more expensive in Redwood City
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. Redwood City, CA
Compared to Buffalo, Redwood City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  213.6% higher
      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
  19.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,785.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.3% lower
  Commute
  35.6% higher
  Health
  11.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  30.6% higher