North Chicago, Illinois vs. Buffalo, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Buffalo, New York is 12.5% more expensive than North Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $84,339 in Buffalo, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in North Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Buffalo, New York is more expensive than North Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% more expensive in Buffalo
than in North Chicago, Illinois
North Chicago, IL vs. Buffalo, NY
Compared to North Chicago, Buffalo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.5% 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
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.9% higher
  Commute
  41.4% higher
  Health
  9.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.0% lower