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ALBANY vs. BUFFALO
Cost of Living Comparison
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Albany, New York vs. Buffalo, New York
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Buffalo, New York is
8.3%
cheaper
than Albany, New York.
You would need a salary of
$68,782
in Buffalo, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buffalo, New York is
cheaper
than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
19% cheaper in Buffalo
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Buffalo, NY
Compared to Albany, Buffalo is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
8.3% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
53.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.6% lower
Commute
16.9% higher
Health
9.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
17.6% lower
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