Merced, California vs. Buford, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Buford, Georgia is 1.5% cheaper than Merced, California.

You would need a salary of $49,244 in Buford, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Merced, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buford, Georgia is cheaper than Merced, California
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
18% cheaper in Buford
than in Merced, California
Merced, CA vs. Buford, GA
Compared to Merced, Buford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.5% 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
  0.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.8% lower
  Commute
  9.3% lower
  Health
  18.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% higher