Missoula, Montana vs. Buffalo, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Buffalo, New York is 21.1% cheaper than Missoula, Montana.

You would need a salary of $21,316 in Buffalo, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Missoula, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buffalo, New York is cheaper than Missoula, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% cheaper in Buffalo
than in Missoula, Montana
Missoula, MT vs. Buffalo, NY
Compared to Missoula, Buffalo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.1% 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
  5.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  25.3% higher
  Commute
  32.0% higher
  Health
  3.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.2% lower