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BUFFALO vs. ALBANY
Cost of Living Comparison
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Buffalo, New York vs. Albany, New York
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Albany, New York is
9.0%
more expensive
than Buffalo, New York.
You would need a salary of
$87,232
in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is
more expensive
than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% more expensive in Albany
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Buffalo, Albany is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
9.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
2.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
116.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.7% higher
Commute
14.5% lower
Health
11.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
21.4% higher
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