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CHICAGO vs. BUFFALO
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Buffalo, New York
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Buffalo, New York is
17.6%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$597,390
in Buffalo, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buffalo, New York is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% cheaper in Buffalo
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Buffalo, NY
Compared to Chicago, Buffalo is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
17.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
1.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
62.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
15.4% higher
Commute
26.1% lower
Health
19.5% higher
Taxes
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Personal
14.7% lower
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