Chicago, Illinois vs. Buffalo, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Buffalo, New York is 17.6% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $41,201 in Buffalo, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buffalo, New York is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% cheaper in Buffalo
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Buffalo, NY
Compared to Chicago, Buffalo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  15.4% higher
  Commute
  26.1% lower
  Health
  19.5% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  14.7% lower
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