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CHARLESTON vs. BUFFALO
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Charleston, West Virginia vs. Buffalo, New York
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Buffalo, New York is
9.4%
more expensive
than Charleston, West Virginia.
You would need a salary of
$43,758
in Buffalo, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Charleston, West Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buffalo, New York is
more expensive
than Charleston, West Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% more expensive in Buffalo
than in Charleston, West Virginia
Charleston, WV vs. Buffalo, NY
Compared to Charleston, Buffalo is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
9.4% higher
Child Care
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Food
0.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
20.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
24.0% higher
Commute
17.7% higher
Health
22.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
0.1% lower
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