Buffalo, New York vs. Laurel, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Laurel, Mississippi is 18.6% cheaper than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $65,085 in Laurel, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Laurel, Mississippi is cheaper than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Laurel
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. Laurel, MS
Compared to Buffalo, Laurel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.6% 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
  3.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.0% lower
  Commute
  33.1% lower
  Health
  2.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.5% higher