Cost of Living Calculator - McAllen, Texas vs Buffalo, New York


The cost of living in Buffalo, New York is 12.3% more expensive than McAllen, Texas.

You would need a salary of $84,233 in Buffalo, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in McAllen, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buffalo, New York is more expensive than McAllen, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
0% more expensive in Buffalo
than in McAllen, Texas
Mcallen, TX vs Buffalo, NY
Compared to Mcallen, Buffalo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.3% 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
  6.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.2% higher
  Commute
  18.8% higher
  Health
  7.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.4% higher

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