Buffalo, New York vs. Lake Forest, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake Forest, California is 86.3% more expensive than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $115,523 in Lake Forest, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Forest, California is more expensive than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
358% more expensive in Lake Forest
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. Lake Forest, CA
Compared to Buffalo, Lake Forest is:
  Homeowner
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  86.3% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  741.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.1% lower
  Commute
  9.0% higher
  Health
  11.2% lower
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  Personal
  14.9% higher
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