Cost of Living Calculator - Lafayette, Louisiana vs Buffalo, New York


The cost of living in Buffalo, New York is 0.6% more expensive than Lafayette, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $80,455 in Buffalo, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Lafayette, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buffalo, New York is more expensive than Lafayette, Louisiana
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
59% more expensive in Buffalo
than in Lafayette, Louisiana
Lafayette, LA vs Buffalo, NY
Compared to Lafayette, Buffalo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.6% 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
  2.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.1% higher
  Commute
  0.9% higher
  Health
  8.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% lower

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