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BUFFALO vs. PHILADELPHIA
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Buffalo, New York vs. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
18.6%
more expensive
than Buffalo, New York.
You would need a salary of
$59,322
in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is
more expensive
than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
0% more expensive in Philadelphia
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. Philadelphia, PA
Compared to Buffalo, Philadelphia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
18.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
4.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
79.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.6% higher
Commute
38.6% higher
Health
2.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
22.7% higher
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