Memphis, Tennessee vs. Buffalo, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Buffalo, New York is 14.2% more expensive than Memphis, Tennessee.

You would need a salary of $171,290 in Buffalo, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Memphis, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buffalo, New York is more expensive than Memphis, Tennessee
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% more expensive in Buffalo
than in Memphis, Tennessee
Memphis, TN vs. Buffalo, NY
Compared to Memphis, Buffalo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.2% 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
  5.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.2% higher
  Commute
  8.4% higher
  Health
  8.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher