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WASHINGTON vs. BUFFALO
Cost of Living Comparison
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Washington, District of Columbia vs. Buffalo, New York
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Buffalo, New York is
41.2%
cheaper
than Washington, District of Columbia.
You would need a salary of
$146,908
in Buffalo, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buffalo, New York is
cheaper
than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% cheaper in Buffalo
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Buffalo, NY
Compared to Washington, Buffalo is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
41.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
13.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
84.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.0% higher
Commute
24.3% lower
Health
10.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
13.4% lower
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