Buffalo, New York vs. Livonia, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Livonia, Michigan is 11.4% more expensive than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $55,706 in Livonia, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Livonia, Michigan is more expensive than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% more expensive in Livonia
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. Livonia, MI
Compared to Buffalo, Livonia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.4% higher
      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
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  145.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.2% lower
  Commute
  20.4% higher
  Health
  22.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% higher