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BUFFALO vs. ROCHESTER
Cost of Living Comparison
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Buffalo, New York vs. Rochester, New York
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Rochester, New York is
6.0%
cheaper
than Buffalo, New York.
You would need a salary of
$47,006
in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is
cheaper
than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% cheaper in Rochester
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. Rochester, NY
Compared to Buffalo, Rochester is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
11.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.6% lower
Commute
11.5% lower
Health
2.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
17.7% higher
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