Buffalo, New York vs. Decatur, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Decatur, Alabama is 9.2% cheaper than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $68,136 in Decatur, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Decatur, Alabama is cheaper than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% cheaper in Decatur
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. Decatur, AL
Compared to Buffalo, Decatur is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.8% lower
  Commute
  22.9% lower
  Health
  10.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.2% higher