Buffalo, New York vs. Lake Jackson, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake Jackson, Texas is 3.4% cheaper than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $113,034 in Lake Jackson, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Jackson, Texas is cheaper than Buffalo, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
29% cheaper in Lake Jackson
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. Lake Jackson, TX
Compared to Buffalo, Lake Jackson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.4% 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
  0.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  135.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.8% lower
  Commute
  24.5% lower
  Health
  12.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.2% higher