Forbes, North Dakota vs. Buffalo, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Buffalo, New York is 35.1% more expensive than Forbes, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $85,122 in Buffalo, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Forbes, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buffalo, New York is more expensive than Forbes, North Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% more expensive in Buffalo
than in Forbes, North Dakota
Forbes, ND vs. Buffalo, NY
Compared to Forbes, Buffalo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.1% 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
  5.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  92.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.3% higher
  Commute
  62.5% higher
  Health
  4.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.5% lower