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BUFFALO vs. CHICAGO
Cost of Living Comparison

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Cost of Living Calculator - Buffalo, New York vs Chicago, Illinois

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 21.4% more expensive than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $60,678 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
38% more expensive in Chicago
than in Buffalo, New York

Buffalo, NY vs Chicago, IL

Compared to Buffalo, Chicago is:

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21.4% higher

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1.3% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

168.6% higher

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

13.4% lower

Commute

35.3% higher

Health

16.3% lower

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Personal

17.3% higher

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