Buffalo, New York vs. Great Falls, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Great Falls, Montana is 1.2% cheaper than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $49,380 in Great Falls, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Great Falls, Montana is cheaper than Buffalo, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
35% cheaper in Great Falls
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. Great Falls, MT
Compared to Buffalo, Great Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.2% 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
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  135.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.2% lower
  Commute
  28.0% lower
  Health
  2.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.1% higher