Buffalo, New York vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 1.5% cheaper than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $71,435 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Buffalo, New York
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
33% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Buffalo, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.5% 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
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  162.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.3% lower
  Commute
  33.1% lower
  Health
  1.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.2% higher