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GRAND RAPIDS vs. BUFFALO
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Grand Rapids, Michigan vs. Buffalo, New York
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Buffalo, New York is
1.1%
cheaper
than Grand Rapids, Michigan.
You would need a salary of
$74,825
in Buffalo, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buffalo, New York is
cheaper
than Grand Rapids, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
17% cheaper in Buffalo
than in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Grand Rapids, MI vs. Buffalo, NY
Compared to Grand Rapids, Buffalo is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
1.1% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
48.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.2% higher
Commute
7.7% higher
Health
29.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
7.3% lower
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