Buffalo, New York vs. Manhattan, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Manhattan, New York is 150.2% more expensive than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $1,000,570 in Manhattan, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Manhattan, New York is more expensive than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
471% more expensive in Manhattan
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. Manhattan, NY
Compared to Buffalo, Manhattan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  150.2% 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
  22.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,309.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  40.3% higher
  Commute
  57.2% higher
  Health
  18.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  63.3% higher