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SANTA CRUZ vs. BUFFALO
Cost of Living Comparison
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Santa Cruz, California vs. Buffalo, New York
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Buffalo, New York is
56.5%
cheaper
than Santa Cruz, California.
You would need a salary of
$38,770
in Buffalo, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Cruz, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buffalo, New York is
cheaper
than Santa Cruz, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% cheaper in Buffalo
than in Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz, CA vs. Buffalo, NY
Compared to Santa Cruz, Buffalo is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
56.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
11.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
90.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
14.5% higher
Commute
7.3% lower
Health
3.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
12.4% lower
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