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Cost of Living Calculator - Buffalo, New York vs San Francisco, California

The cost of living in San Francisco, California is 175.7% more expensive than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $44 in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is more expensive than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
504% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs San Francisco, CA
Compared to Buffalo, San Francisco is:
  Homeowner
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  175.7% higher
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  18.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,515.7% higher
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  Utilities
  9.0% lower
  Commute
  54.5% higher
  Health
  9.2% higher
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  Personal
  31.7% higher
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