Iowa City, Iowa vs. Buffalo, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Buffalo, New York is 1.5% more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $50,745 in Buffalo, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buffalo, New York is more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
49% more expensive in Buffalo
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Buffalo, NY
Compared to Iowa City, Buffalo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.5% higher
      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
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.1% higher
  Commute
  49.5% higher
  Health
  1.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.7% lower