Buffalo, New York vs. Elizabeth City, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elizabeth City, North Carolina is 4.7% cheaper than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $57,153 in Elizabeth City, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elizabeth City, North Carolina is cheaper than Buffalo, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
46% cheaper in Elizabeth City
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. Elizabeth City, NC
Compared to Buffalo, Elizabeth City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.7% 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
  3.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  98.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.8% lower
  Commute
  24.7% lower
  Health
  22.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.0% higher