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
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  Food
  2.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.6% lower
  Commute
  16.9% higher
  Health
  9.9% lower
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  Personal
  17.6% lower
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