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Cost of Living Calculator - Buffalo, New York vs Palm Desert, California

The cost of living in Palm Desert, California is 39.5% more expensive than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $69,774 in Palm Desert, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palm Desert, California is more expensive than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
163% more expensive in Palm Desert
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs Palm Desert, CA
Compared to Buffalo, Palm Desert is:
  Homeowner
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  39.5% higher
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  Food
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  314.9% higher
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  Utilities
  3.1% higher
  Commute
  22.9% higher
  Health
  17.0% lower
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  Personal
  14.9% higher
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