Buffalo, New York vs. Ottumwa, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ottumwa, Iowa is 21.7% cheaper than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $39,153 in Ottumwa, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ottumwa, Iowa is cheaper than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Ottumwa
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. Ottumwa, IA
Compared to Buffalo, Ottumwa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.7% 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
  6.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.9% lower
  Commute
  38.7% lower
  Health
  13.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% higher