Cost of Living Calculator - Buffalo, New York vs Valdez, Alaska


The cost of living in Valdez, Alaska is 19.0% more expensive than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $59,492 in Valdez, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Valdez, Alaska is more expensive than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
4% more expensive in Valdez
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs Valdez, AK
Compared to Buffalo, Valdez is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.0% higher
      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
  47.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  204.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.8% higher
  Commute
  37.6% lower
  Health
  18.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  32.7% higher

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