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BUFFALO vs. SAN FRANCISCO
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Buffalo, New York vs. San Francisco, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Francisco, California is
175.7%
more expensive
than Buffalo, New York.
You would need a salary of
$220,179
in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is
more expensive
than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
504% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. San Francisco, CA
Compared to Buffalo, San Francisco is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
175.7% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
18.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
1,515.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.0% lower
Commute
54.5% higher
Health
9.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
31.7% higher
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